Resting
1887
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1887
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
You see a person resting in this painting. The subject is sitting with their head down, looking tired. This painting is interesting because it shows a quiet moment in someone's life, and the artist used loose brushstrokes to create a sense of calm. Check out the technique of impasto to learn more about how artists like Antonio Mancini create textured effects in their work.
