Mihai Cotiga - Body of a Tree
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Mihai Cotiga’s Body of a Tree is an original oil painting on canvas (40 cm by 30 cm), dated 2026, in excellent condition, hand signed with a certificate of authenticity, mounted on a wooden stretcher, and sold direct from the artist as a realistic nature study.
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A close-up exploration of the tree as a living structure, this oil painting transforms bark and branches into something almost anatomical, where texture, weight, and tension become the true subject. Working in a restrained monochrome palette, the artist emphasizes the physicality of paint, building a surface that echoes the rough, scarred skin of the tree itself. The composition balances abstraction and representation, inviting the viewer to read the image both as a fragment of nature and as a study of endurance, memory, and silent growth. The result is a contemplative work that captures the quiet intensity and resilience embedded within the natural world.
The painting is executed in oil on canvas and is mounted on a wooden stretcher. The painting will be meticulously packaged and shipped directly from Mihai Cotiga's studio, ensuring it reaches collectors in flawless condition. The artwork is hand-signed on the back and includes a certificate of authenticity.
Mihai Mircea Cotiga is a Romanian artist whose journey from Turnu Măgurele to Bucharest has been marked by an unrelenting pursuit of curiosity and innovation. His works explore the intersection of art history, photographic manipulation, and AI, pushing the boundaries of traditional oil painting. With a Master's degree in Architecture from the University “Spiru Haret” in Bucharest, his unique perspective bridges the structural precision of architecture with the expressive depth of fine art.
Cotiga's paintings, often featuring older figures in dreamlike and surreal settings, weave together threads of history, memory, and a distinct appreciation for the human experience. He primarily works with oil paints, valuing their rich texture and historical gravitas, which allow him to explore light, texture, and emotion in profound ways. His art has been acquired by private collectors worldwide, resonating with those who appreciate both technical mastery and conceptual depth.
Exhibitions:
2025 - Group show - Romanian Design Week 2025 - M Society - May
2024 - Group show - Fluidități ale formei (Culturama Festival) - Brașov, Romania - July-August
2023 - Group show - Figures 2023 - CICA Museum - Gimpo, South Korea - August-September
2021 - Group show - Fusion Arts Fair 2021 - Bucharest, Romania - June
2018 - Group show - Singular-Art - Nijmegen, Netherlands - May-September
2016 - Personal exhibition - University "Spiru Haret" - March-April
2013 - Personal exhibition - Museum of Bucharest - November
For more of Mihai Cotiga's works, visit his Instagram: @mihaicotigapaints
A close-up exploration of the tree as a living structure, this oil painting transforms bark and branches into something almost anatomical, where texture, weight, and tension become the true subject. Working in a restrained monochrome palette, the artist emphasizes the physicality of paint, building a surface that echoes the rough, scarred skin of the tree itself. The composition balances abstraction and representation, inviting the viewer to read the image both as a fragment of nature and as a study of endurance, memory, and silent growth. The result is a contemplative work that captures the quiet intensity and resilience embedded within the natural world.
The painting is executed in oil on canvas and is mounted on a wooden stretcher. The painting will be meticulously packaged and shipped directly from Mihai Cotiga's studio, ensuring it reaches collectors in flawless condition. The artwork is hand-signed on the back and includes a certificate of authenticity.
Mihai Mircea Cotiga is a Romanian artist whose journey from Turnu Măgurele to Bucharest has been marked by an unrelenting pursuit of curiosity and innovation. His works explore the intersection of art history, photographic manipulation, and AI, pushing the boundaries of traditional oil painting. With a Master's degree in Architecture from the University “Spiru Haret” in Bucharest, his unique perspective bridges the structural precision of architecture with the expressive depth of fine art.
Cotiga's paintings, often featuring older figures in dreamlike and surreal settings, weave together threads of history, memory, and a distinct appreciation for the human experience. He primarily works with oil paints, valuing their rich texture and historical gravitas, which allow him to explore light, texture, and emotion in profound ways. His art has been acquired by private collectors worldwide, resonating with those who appreciate both technical mastery and conceptual depth.
Exhibitions:
2025 - Group show - Romanian Design Week 2025 - M Society - May
2024 - Group show - Fluidități ale formei (Culturama Festival) - Brașov, Romania - July-August
2023 - Group show - Figures 2023 - CICA Museum - Gimpo, South Korea - August-September
2021 - Group show - Fusion Arts Fair 2021 - Bucharest, Romania - June
2018 - Group show - Singular-Art - Nijmegen, Netherlands - May-September
2016 - Personal exhibition - University "Spiru Haret" - March-April
2013 - Personal exhibition - Museum of Bucharest - November
For more of Mihai Cotiga's works, visit his Instagram: @mihaicotigapaints
Details
Artist
Mihai Cotiga
Sold with frame
No
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Direct from the artist
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Body of a Tree
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Romania
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
40 cm
Width
30 cm
Depiction/theme
Nature
Style
Realism
Period
2020+
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