Natură statică cu autoportret
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From the collection of Székely National Museum
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From the collection of Székely National Museum
This painting shows a face with a pale, almost glowing skin tone, set against a messy background. The person’s hair is dark, and they’re wearing a simple collar. Behind them, red leaves and a few other objects—maybe a hat and a dark shape—are painted in thick, uneven strokes. The brushwork looks rough, almost like the paint was slapped on. That thick texture is called *impasto*, where paint is laid on so heavily you can almost see the strokes. Check out the technique: impasto to see how artists use it to add drama.
