Vase with Flowers 

Margareta Sterian created this painting of flowers, set in a vase, at an unknown date. Born in Romania, her artistic journey unfolded against a backdrop of significant political and social change in Eastern Europe. Sterian's work beautifully captures a feeling, an essence, rather than a strict representation. The soft brushstrokes and the almost dreamlike quality of the flowers evoke a sense of longing and perhaps a search for beauty amidst the turbulent times of the 20th century. As a woman artist, Sterian navigated a world that often marginalized female voices; she developed her own unique style, blending elements of modernism with a personal, intimate touch. While it may seem like a simple still life, reflect on the quiet resistance inherent in creating beauty, in a world that can be harsh and unforgiving. It embodies the strength and resilience of the human spirit.