Untitled. (1966) Radmila Krstić Nikolić

Oil on Canvas. (83cm x 65cm) Unframed.

This work by Radmila Krstić Nikolić is a socialist-surrealist masterpiece that subverts a somber indoor environment. The centre depicts circadian items with their forms and silhouettes intermittent and drifting, suggesting a dream-like state of introspection. The canvas is textured with worn surfaces and muted tones, casting a melancholic atmosphere. Sparse furnishings and a pair of small dark holes juxtaposed against a bright blue ceiling hint at solitude and hope, blending light and shadow to evoke profound emotional depth. Krstić Nikolić's piece invites viewers into a reflective and evocative space, capturing the essence of melancholia.

Renowned Yugoslav artist Radmila Krstić Nikolić, born in Belgrade in 1938, is celebrated for her significant contributions to the visual arts. A distinguished alumna of Belgrade's esteemed Academy of Fine Art, graduating in the early 1960s, Krstić Nikolić's illustrious career is marked by numerous solo exhibitions both across Yugoslavia and on the international stage.

Her work has been prominently featured in some of Yugoslavia's most pivotal group exhibitions. Notably, she held a guaranteed place at the Annual Exhibition of the Association of Fine Artists of Serbia (ULUS), with significant recorded participation in the years 1966, 1967, 1969, 1970, 1972, 1973, 1981, 1984, and 1987. Additionally, she secured a distinguished position at the Exhibition of The People's Liberation Struggle in the Works of Visual Artists of Yugoslavia (NOB), showcased alongside the most revered icons of Yugoslavian art.

Krstić Nikolić's Atelier on 12 Gračanička Street, nestled in the vibrant heart of central Belgrade was where she did the majority of her finest works. Her legacy continues to inspire and captivate artists and collectors worldwide.