Radu Oreian's Solo Exhibition at NOVO Eduardo Secci, Milan

Radu Oreian (born 1984 in Târnăveni, Romania) presents a solo exhibition titled "limone, limone" at NOVO Eduardo Secci in Milan. The show features paintings of various sizes and sculptures in wax, terracotta, plaster, and resin, emphasizing manual craftsmanship and materiality. Oreian's work draws from everyday life—such as disintegrating lemons in a refrigerator—and historical references including Pompeian, Roman, and Renaissance wall decorations. His technique involves meticulous layering and densification of paint with a brush tip, creating a plastic, organic quality. The exhibition juxtaposes fluid, threadlike geometries with sacred altarpiece-like compositions reminiscent of Mark Rothko's color fields. Oreian's focus on handcrafted production challenges digital consumption, urging viewers to contemplate works in person. The show was held in 2021.