Bătrân citind

Bătrân citind

Octav Băncilă

1949

From the collection of Cotroceni National Museum

About this work

This painting shows an older man with a long white beard and hair. He’s wearing a dark coat and a white scarf, holding an open book in his hands. The background is dark and blurry, making him stand out. The brushstrokes are thick and rough, especially on his face and beard, giving it a textured look. This style makes the man feel real and almost three-dimensional. Try looking up *impasto* to see how this technique works.

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