Forthcoming event at Brukenthal Museum, Sibiu highlights Queen Marie of Romania's life and reign.
Title: 👑 Queen Marie's Colorful Legacy: A Flowertastic Journey at Brukenthal 👑
Venture to Sibiu from May 9 - July 5, 2025!
Prepare for a dazzling trip back in time at the Brukenthal National Museum, Sibiu, as they proudly present "Queen Marie at Brukenthal"! This extraordinary exhibition, inspired by the 150th anniversary of Queen Marie's birth, is set to paint the town colorful.
Born in 1875, Queen Marie, a bona fide artistic icon, was the last queen of Romania, ruling alongside King Ferdinand I from 1914 to 1927. As a member of the British royal family, Marie brought a unique perspective to Romanian culture, demonstrating her extraordinary talents in painting and furniture design, honing her skills since her youth. Her masterpieces, characterized by the stunning Art Nouveau style, showcased a flair for flowers - lilies, poppies, irises, and so on. Fasten your seatbelts, art enthusiasts; this exhibition is gonna bloom like never before!
(Photo: the organizers, postcard cca 1905-1907, Alfred Brand Photo Workshop, Cotroceni National Museum)
As the curtains rise, you'll lay your eyes upon a lush feast of artwork, personal belongings, and historical trinkets, all belonging to the inimitable and unforgettable Queen Marie. Intricately designed furniture pieces, mesmerizing flower paintings, vibrant collections of photographs with other royal family members smacking of nostalgia, regal decorations, and her breathtaking jewelry collection – all discoverable in this exhibition!
The Brukenthal National Museum, often recognized for its fabulous array of art and historical treasures, has teamed up with the ace curators of Art Safari to organize this magnificently immersive tribute to Queen Marie. You're in for a treat as they ladle out their expertise in cultural and artistic storytelling!
This exhibition excavates not only Queen Marie's artistic achievements but also the significant role she played in Romanian history. As she contributed to enlivening the cultural fabric of the Romania we know today, she was also a potent force during tumultuous times like World War I.
So, mark your calendars, history buffs, artists, and anyone who enjoys a lovely stroll through history! Get ready for an eye-catching romp down memory lane, as we celebrate the life and impact of this fabulous woman who gave her all for her adopted country. Here's to the Queen, the artist, and the hero we can never forget! 🌺👑
- Marie's artistic legacy will be showcased in Romania at the Brukenthal National Museum from May 9 to July 5, 2025, as part of an exhibition entitled "Queen Marie at Brukenthal."
- The exhibition will feature Marie's paintings, characterized by vibrant Art Nouveau style, which often incorporate poppies, lilies, and other flowers, as well as her furniture designs and jewelry.
- The home-and-garden lifestyle enthusiast will also appreciate Marie's collection of personal belongings, including peculiar furniture pieces and photographs with other royal family members.
