Presentation of exhibition “Ruse School of Painting” is presented in the Popovo City
Opening: February 11, 2025 5:30 p.m.
“St. St. Cyril and Methodius”
Community Center
Popovo, 1 Otets Paisii Str.
The exhibition, featuring works from the Art Gallery – Ruse collection, was commissioned by gallery curator Georgi Georgiev and is opening in Popovo. The Ruse School of Painting, which emerged in the latter half of the twentieth century, occupies a significant position in Bulgarian fine art. Consequently, it is unsurprising that there is a high level of interest in this exhibition. The exhibition is distinguished by its lyricism, chamber style, and profoundly contemplative approach to the themes it explores. While the artists associated with this school have highly individual styles, a unifying element in their work is the emphasis on landscape and chamber genres, such as still life, portraiture, and interior design.
The school’s prominent figures include Nikifor Tsonev, Stefan Katsarov, Radi Nedelchev, Tsvyatko Tsvetkov, Nikolay Ruschukliev, Fikret Islyamov, Todor Filipov, Marko Monev, Vasilka Moneva, and Velimir Petrov, along with their senior counterparts Dimitar Hinkov, Kiril Stanchev, Boris Vassilev, and Petar Popov. In the late 1970s and early 1980s, a new generation of artists emerged, including Volodya Kenarev, Nikolay Karadzhov, and Violeta Radkova, who further advanced the artistic legacy of the school.
The Ruse School of Painting made a significant impact on Bulgarian art by melding local cultural distinctives with avant-garde artistic endeavors. The artistic style of these creators exhibits a profound connection with the human condition, characterized by lyricism and nostalgic warmth. Their works transcend mere depiction of the city’s material form, delving into the essence of its spirit. This distinguishes the school within the broader context of Bulgarian painting tradition, underscoring its unique and significant contribution to the field.
Art Gallery – Ruse
39 Borisova str.
