Autoportret la 20 de ani
1872
unspecified
From the collection of Moldova National Museum Complex
1872
unspecified
From the collection of Moldova National Museum Complex
Dominant colour
Autoportret la 20 de ani is a 1872 unspecified by Emanoil Bardasare-Panaiteanu, a Impressionism work, held at Moldova National Museum Complex.
This painting shows a young man in a dark suit and light shirt. His dark hair is slightly messy, and he has a serious expression. The background is plain and dark, keeping all focus on his face. The painting was made in 1872, showing the artist at age 20. His clothing looks simple but neat, like someone who takes pride in their appearance. If you like this style, look up chiaroscuro to see how artists use light and shadow to shape faces.
Born in a generation when Romanian painters put paint on canvas instead of icons, Emanoil Bardasare-Panaiteanu made small, direct portraits in oil.
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