Autoportret
1986
From the collection of Art museum of Craiova
1986
From the collection of Art museum of Craiova
This painting shows an older man with white hair and a serious expression. He’s wearing a dark brown sweater and holding a white cloth in one hand while his other hand rests on a small object. The background is plain, with warm, faded colors that make him stand out. Notice how the light hits his face and hands, creating soft shadows. The brushstrokes look loose, almost like the artist was painting quickly. Check out chiaroscuro next to see how light and shadow create depth in art.
