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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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National holidays at the NMHM

August 28, 2022

On August 28, the National Museum of History of Moldova held for its visitors a series of beautiful activities dedicated to the national holidays of Independence Day and Our Language.

At the entrance, visitors were given tricolor ribbons and were urged to honor the state symbols and history of the nation. Visiting the exhibition began with the "Independence Exhibit", composed of two photographs, one of which captures the moment of signing the Declaration of Independence of the Republic of Moldova by Alexandru Moșanu, and the second captures the restoration of this act on April 26, 2010 (photo belongs to the Moșanu family).

During this day, visitors enjoyed patriotic music that sounded in all rooms of the museum, and watched the documentary film "The Road to Independence", which was shown in the Clio film library.

In order to know the national history and the events that led to the independence of the Republic of Moldova, a quiz was prepared, based on the museum exhibits in room no. 11. Children, adults and families, groups of curious friends took part in the competition, and the correct answers were awarded (books, leaflets, postcards, etc.).

Folk costume is one of the defining elements of national culture and an emblem of national identity along with other national symbols. Thus, the temporary exhibition "Promoters of national identity and values" comes to highlight the role and importance of folk costume for national unity and identity. Whether presented in a classic and conservative style or taken up and reinterpreted, the symbols of popular clothing are always relevant.

An important part of this program was the presentation of the book "The process of searching for policemen, soldiers and volunteers who went missing during the Dniester war of 1992" by Simion Carp, PhD, university lecturer, war veteran, which is a tribute to all the fallen heroes who defended the sovereignty and independence of the Republic of Moldova during the Dniester war in 1992.

We sincerely thank everyone who decided to celebrate the national holidays at the NMHM, and we are very happy that our events create a pleasant atmosphere for spending time with the whole family!

#Exhibit of the Month

Portrait of Mihai Eminescu by Alexandru Gușanov

National holidays at the NMHM

August 28, 2022

#Exhibit of the Month