Date:
27 March - 27 April 2025
Price:
10 - 50 mdl
Phone info:
+ 373 (22) 24-43-25
"Royal Echoes from the Interwar Period – Queen Marie and Romanian Chisinau"
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The exhibition "Royal Echoes from the Interwar Period – Queen Marie and Romanian Chisinau" unveils the profound and fascinating influence of Queen Marie on Romania's cultural heritage and identity. Queen Marie was a multifaceted and complex personality: a talented writer, passionate artist, promoter of the Art Nouveau style, and a true symbol of national unity.
Dedicated to the 150th anniversary of Queen Marie’s birth, the exhibition delves into the many facets of her personality. The queen was not only a symbol of diplomacy and interwar elegance but also a style icon, art enthusiast, and cultural heritage advocate. Her role in strengthening national unity and supporting Bessarabia during the interwar period is an essential aspect showcased in this exhibition.
Visitors will have the chance to admire rare books authored by Queen Marie, collectible items, jewelry, period clothing, photographs, documents, and representative artistic works.
The exhibition highlights the queen’s contribution to promoting an authentic national style, her influences on fashion and art, and her literary and artistic activities.
Some of the standout pieces on display include Queen Marie's first-edition books, including autographed copies, her monogrammed cigarette case and pencil, as well as portraits and objects reflecting her passion for art and design. The exhibition also emphasizes Queen Marie’s role as a promoter of an Art Nouveau style with local influences—a unique fusion of Celtic, Byzantine, and traditional Romanian elements.
Organized by the Heritage 21 Foundation, National Museum of History of Moldova, National Institute of Heritage in Romania, National Association of Young Historians in Moldova, and the Institute of Cultural Heritage in Chisinau, the public is invited to explore this chapter of history that links Queen Marie to interwar Chisinau and the region's cultural identity. The event also highlights her contribution to national unity and the recognition of Romanian cultural values.
