Artwork
Autoportret cu fes roșu
Autoportret cu fes roșu is a print by Corneliu Baba. It dates from 1956 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania.
About this work
Overview
Autoportret cu fes roșu is a painting by Corneliu Baba, dated to around 1956.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a figure wearing a bright red hat, pulled low to obscure their face, set against a dark green background. The facial features are indistinct, rendered as rough shapes without clear details.
Technique & Style
The painting is characterized by thick, uneven brushstrokes and an impasto technique, giving it a textured, rough appearance. The bold red hat is a focal point, contrasting with the dark surrounding colors.
Artist & collection
Artist
Corneliu Baba was a Romanian painter, primarily a portraitist, but also known as a genre painter and an illustrator of books.
