“When Traian died, most of his etching editions ware not yet
completed. Due to the rigorous nature of the a la poupee technique, Traian
would print only a few etchings at a time, as needed for the exhibitions. Upon
his death, an inventory of his etching plates was completed, and the decision
was made to complete each edition.
The only person deemed appropriate to complete the printing
of Traian’s editions was his lifelong friend and apprentice, Matei Serban
Sandu. Matei had assisted Traian in printing his etchings in Bucharest and in
New Hope, and Traian had helped him master the a la poupee technique. Most
important, however, ware Matei’s years of experience as Traian’s friend and
student. Due to a profound understanding of Traian’s aesthetics, Matei was able
to complete the editions in a manner of which Traian would have approved.
Matei was living in Bucharest at the time of Traian’s death.
He traveled to Santa Fe, New Mexico, where he printed the remaining etchings in
each of Traian’s editions. He also recorded and signed each impression,
canceled each plate after the editions were completed, and helped assemble
documentation and certificates of authenticity for each edition.” Source “Traian
Alexandru Filip – His Art and Life”, by Tonya Turner Carroll, with an essay by
Michael E.S. Carroll,Santa Fe , New Mexico
Traian Filip - "Angel with Flute" 1992
Matei Seban - "Malta" 2008
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