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Paula Craioveanu
Hypnos God of Sleep # 2 signed Paula Craioveanu oil on canvas

2024

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"Hypnos 2", oil on canvas, 15.74x23.6in / 40x60cm Hypnos is the personification of sleep, the god who touches humans with his wings. His mission is to help people sleep. Part of New Mythology series, and part of "Wings of Gods" solo show, April 2024. Shipped as it is, stretched, directly from the artist's studio, from Europe (DHL or FedEx) Free shipping with 1stdibs code. This painting of Hypnos takes a lighter, more ethereal approach, emphasizing grace and delicacy while retaining the dreamlike qualities associated with the god of sleep. Its soft color palette, flowing lines, and classical inspiration make it feel both serene and otherworldly, capturing the intangible nature of sleep and dreams. The pastel hues of pink, mint green, and soft turquoise create a tranquil and dreamlike atmosphere. These colors evoke a sense of lightness, calm, and the subtle transition between wakefulness and rest. The profile view lends a timeless, sculptural quality to the painting, referencing classical busts. Hypnos' serene expression, with slightly open eyes, suggests an ambiguous state—caught between awareness and the dream realm. The stylized wing that extends backward from the figure’s head is beautifully integrated into the composition. The flowing lines of the wing and its vibrant strokes create movement, reinforcing the idea of fleeting dreams or the passage into sleep. The bold, expressive strokes in the wing and hair contrast with the smoother, more refined treatment of the face. This juxtaposition adds dynamism while focusing the viewer's attention on the calm, classical face of Hypnos. The soft, hazy strokes in the background are less defined, allowing the figure to emerge prominently while creating an ethereal, dreamlike space. The texture adds depth and reinforces the sense of abstraction. This painting emphasizes the gentle and soothing aspects of Hypnos. The flowing lines and pastel colors suggest the peaceful, restorative qualities of sleep, while the minimalistic yet bold composition highlights the god's divinity and grace. The lack of sharp contrasts or darker tones makes this piece feel almost weightless, reflecting the ephemeral nature of dreams. This work beautifully complements the artist's other Hypnos paintings, showcasing a softer, more introspective side of the god. Biography: Paula Craioveanu is a Romanian artist, born in 1976. She grew up surrounded by art and inspiration, in a family of artists. Trained in Bucharest and New York as an architect and painter. Holds a degree in Architecture and a PhD in Visual Arts. Presently working as a full-time artist. At the age of 16, Paula Craioveanu moved to New York, where she came in contact with New York’s vibrant art scene, she graduated from high school and then studied at Parsons School of Design. Then she moved back to Romania where she studied for the next 6 years at the Architecture University in Bucharest and graduated with a degree in Architecture in 2000. In 2013 she earned a Ph.D in Visual Arts at the University of Arts in Bucharest with the theme “Geometry of Space in 17th century Dutch painting”. After this, she dedicated her full time to art, and showed her talent to the art world. Paula Craioveanu works in acrylic and oil paints, but also pen and ink or tempera works on paper. She regularly participates in shows and exhibitions in galleries along the East and West Coast of the United States, like bG Gallery Santa Monica, Dacia Gallery and Perseus Gallery in New York. Paula Craioveanu’s work is featured on the two most exclusive online art marketplaces, 1stDibs and Artsy. Over the course of 20 years, Paula Craioveanu has created several painting series: “Abstract”, “Interiors”, “Nude in Interior”, “NeoMythology”. Paula Craioveanu’s work has been placed in private collection around the world, both in Europe and in the United States. Today, Paula Craioveanu has set up studios and works in Bucharest and New York. Find original Paula Craioveanu paintings, works on paper and other art on 1stDibs. Next: Works on display - December 2024, Context Art Miami.
  • Creator:
    Paula Craioveanu (1976, Romanian)
  • Creation Year:
    2024
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.7 in (39.88 cm)Width: 23.6 in (59.95 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Medium:
    Canvas,Oil
  • Movement & Style:
    Post-Modern
  • Period:
    2010-
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Forest Hills, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Romanian-American artist. PhD in Visual Arts.1stDibs: LU2240216049202

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