Culture · Monday, 21 September 2026

Unpublished photographs of Brâncuși, exhibited in world premiere at Art Safari

The Romanian Cultural Institute presents in world premiere a collection of 40 photographs taken by Constantin Brâncuși at Art Safari. The exhibition "Brâncuși and his muses" explores the artist's relationship with the women who influenced his creation.

The Romanian Cultural Institute continues its partnership with Art Safari by supporting an exhibition dedicated to Constantin Brâncuși. In world premiere, a collection of 40 photographs taken by Brâncuși is presented, found in the collection of the University of Art and Design in Cluj-Napoca, whose authenticity has been confirmed by Doina Lemny, curator of the exhibition.

The exhibition entitled "Brâncuși and his muses" explores the relationship between Constantin Brâncuși and the women who were close to him and who influenced, in different ways, his artistic universe. These women include Margit Pogany, Lizica and Irina Codreanu, Nancy Cunard, Mina Loy and Vera Moore. The exhibition scenography is signed by Cosmin Florea.

The exhibition brings together over 200 works and documents, of which approximately 100 signed by Brâncuși – photographs, films, letters, drawings and sculptures – alongside objects that belonged to the artist's muses. The exhibition is presented at Art Safari New Museum and will remain open until December 20, 2026.

The second Art Safari season of 2026 also opens new directions for Romanian-American cultural dialogue. Another exhibition presented is "Cristian Mungiu. Fjord, photographs", open until November 1, which presents photographs taken by the director during the documentation period for the film Fjord, awarded the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. The Romanian Cultural Institute supports the international promotion of the film and Romania's nomination for the 2027 Oscar Awards.

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