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This remarkable portrait of Mihai Eminescu, created by artist Alexandru Gușanov, is based on one of the four known photographs of the poet. The photograph that inspired this portrait was taken in 1869 in Wenceslas Square, Prague, when Eminescu was only 19 years old. The oval composition and harmonious color palette highlight the prominent personality and charisma of the young poet, capturing an expression that conveys both melancholy and intellectual depth.
Alexandru Gușanov (1929-2005), a Moldovan painter of Ukrainian origin, distinguished himself through his extensive work, comprising approximately 5,000 pieces - portraits, landscapes, and still life paintings. Settled in Moldova since 1945, Gușanov graduated from the Republican Art School "I.E. Repin" in Chișinău in 1952. His works were showcased in numerous national and international exhibitions and were highly appreciated in countries such as France, Hungary, Russia, and Yugoslavia. The artist dedicated a significant part of his career to creating portraits of historical and cultural figures, including Dimitrie Cantemir, Mihail Kogălniceanu, and Alexei Mateevici, which are part of the National Museum of History of Moldova's collection.

The subject of the portrait, Mihai Eminescu (1850-1889), is the most significant poet in Romanian literature, whose works reflect profound thought, sensitivity toward nature, and national identity. At the age of 19, when the photograph that inspired this portrait was taken, Eminescu was in the midst of his intellectual formation, preparing to become the iconic voice of Romanian culture. Among his most famous works is the poem Luceafărul (The Morning Star), a masterpiece of universal literature.

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International Charity Bazaar, 24th edition

December 4, 2022

On December 4, the National Museum of History of Moldova hosted the 24th edition of the International Charity Bazaar, organized by the International Women's Club of Moldova in partnership with accredited embassies in Chisinau and international organizations.

During the event, embassies, international organizations, local NGOs and development agencies, handicraft and art vendors came together to share cultures, customs, culinary delights and other items from the countries concerned, which visitors could buy. The general public could visit the stands organized by countries such as Romania, Ukraine, the United States of America, the Czech Republic, Kazakhstan, India, Poland, China, Georgia, Sweden, Japan, Lithuania, Latvia, Great Britain, Azerbaijan, Qatar, Austria , Bulgaria, Hungary, Italy, France but also a number of artisans from the Republic of Moldova.

All proceeds from the event are directed to charity projects implemented next year in Moldova, including improving medical care for children, supporting patients with palliative care, alleviating the needs of refugees and many others.

"It's such a pleasant atmosphere, and we from the Embassy of Japan brought several items that were taken immediately after we opened the small store," said the Japanese ambassador to the Republic of Moldova, Yoshihiro Katayama, for PRO TV.

"We hope that we can earn money for the children of the "Emilian Coțaga" Hospital and, of course, we will not forget the Ukrainian children. We will make gifts for them on Saint Nicholas Day", said the president of the International Women's Club of Moldova and the wife of the Ambassador of Ukraine to the Republic of Moldova, Olesea Şevcenko.

The National Museum of History of Moldova is honored to be the partner of this event and supports the charity actions that come to contribute to the improvement of medical care for children, refugees and any people in need.

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Portrait of Mihai Eminescu by Alexandru Gușanov

International Charity Bazaar, 24th edition

December 4, 2022

#Exhibit of the Month