Untitled 

Here we see an undated oil painting titled "Untitled" by Romanian artist Ligia Macovei. Macovei lived through considerable political upheaval, witnessing both the rise and fall of communism in Romania. Her work often features dreamy, introspective figures, and this piece is no exception. The subject, a young woman in a light dress, reaches out as if to touch the flowers, her gaze directed upwards in a gesture of hope or longing. Clothed in white, she appears innocent. But, look again, and you might see the subtle ways in which she develops alternative narratives for women within the context of a restrictive society. There's a powerful sense of yearning in this piece, a longing for beauty and freedom in a world often devoid of both. Macovei’s painting encourages us to reflect on the quiet acts of resistance that can occur even in the most challenging of times.