This cityscape is very well executed employing a sophisticated knowledge of light, color and perspective. The painting itself is measuring about 24 (61 cm) by 18 (46 cm), and the frame is measuring 29 ½ (75 cm) by 23 ½ (60 cm). It is signed by the artist in the lower right corner. This painting would be a very sound investment and a great addition to any collection. Helen de Silaghi SIRAG. Helen de Silaghi SIRAG immigrated to Canada from Romania in 1949 and became a long-time resident of Burlington, Ontario. As a child, she was identified as a prodigy, giving her first gallery showing in Bucharest at the age of 11. In Canada she was a cosmopolitan force, entertaining a stream of politicians, athletes, artists, diplomats, journalists and gangsters at her home. She was known for her flamboyance, and her ouevre’s subject matter spanned all the way from scenes of serene country life to fantastical renderings of distant worlds and alien species. At that time, this “cosmic art” was somewhat controversial, particularly since de Silaghi claimed that she had personally viewed these scenes during personal travels through space and time. De Silaghi’s fame was extensive enough that her life was occasionally the subject of exposition in the National Enquirer and other tabloids. De Silaghi passed away in 2008, at the age of 88. Please note that most of the items we sell are vintage or antique, and therefore they have some imperfections due to age, wear, etc. Anything I consider significant I would mention in the description. Also note that we deal in fine art, not a framing business. We examine carefully the paintings and report any issues detected but the frames we got them in come along just as complementary in “as found” condition. We take great care in packing the items to make sure they arrive safely, and all of our items are fully insured. Canadian residents please add 5% GST or 12-15% HST where applicable. The item “Helen de Silaghi SIRAG(1920-2008)Romanian/Canadian Listed Oil/Canvas Cityscape” is in sale since Friday, February 26, 2016. This item is in the category “Art\Paintings”. The seller is “artmarketspot” and is located in ON. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
- Signed?: Signed
- Medium: Oil
- Subject: Architecture & Cityscape
- Style: Expressionism
- Size Type/Largest Dimension: Medium (Up to 30in.)
- Date of Creation: 1950-1969
- Region of Origin: Canada
- Features: Framed
- Originality: Original