Nostalgia 

Georgi Mashev created "Nostalgia" using oil on canvas. The painting draws the eye with its warm, earthy tones and soft, diffused light, evoking a sense of quiet reflection. The subject, a woman with a contemplative gaze, is rendered with loose brushstrokes that emphasize texture and volume. The composition focuses on the interplay between light and shadow, creating a dreamlike atmosphere. This reflects a broader Symbolist exploration of inner emotional states. Note how the figure's posture suggests a surrender to memory, a key theme within Symbolism. Mashev uses color to create a semiotic language; the red scarf symbolizes passion, while the muted earth tones of her dress denote a groundedness in reality. Together, these elements work to create a visual poem about memory and longing, inviting viewers to explore their own feelings of nostalgia.