Portretul unui egumen
1871
From the collection of Bucharest Municipality Museum
1871
From the collection of Bucharest Municipality Museum
Portretul unui egumen is a 1871 by Theodor Aman, held at Bucharest Municipality Museum.
This painting shows a man with a long dark beard and a black hat. He’s wearing a dark robe that looks slightly worn, holding a small object in his left hand. The background is a dark, reddish-brown color that makes his face stand out. The painting uses shadows to give the man’s face a three-dimensional look. The brushstrokes are visible, especially on his robe, which adds texture. Next, look up *chiaroscuro* to see how this technique works.
