Călugăr
1850
From the collection of National Museum of Art of Romania
1850
From the collection of National Museum of Art of Romania
This painting shows a man in profile, wearing a tall, dark hat and a brown coat. His face is half-lit, with shadows under his chin and along his cheek. The background is plain and light, keeping focus on his strong features. The brushstrokes are loose, especially on his coat and hat, giving it a rough texture. His hair is tied back under the hat, and the lighting makes his face look three-dimensional. Next, check out *chiaroscuro* to see how artists use light and shadow this way.
