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Peisaj oriental, by Leon Alexandru Biju, unspecified

Peisaj oriental

Leon Alexandru Biju

unspecified

From the collection of National Museum of Art of Romania

Dominant colour

Overview

Peisaj oriental is an unspecified by Leon Alexandru Biju, held at National Museum of Art of Romania.

Who painted this?
Leon Alexandru Biju
Where can I see it?
National Museum of Art of Romania

About this work

This painting shows a quiet street in what looks like an old town. The buildings are made of rough stone, stacked unevenly on a hillside. One person walks alone in the center, wearing dark clothes and a hat. The colors are mostly earthy—beiges, browns, and grays—with a hint of blue in the sky. The artist used thick brushstrokes to show texture, especially on the walls and the person’s clothing. This makes the scene feel real and a little rough around the edges. Check out the technique: impasto to see how artists build up paint for extra depth.

About the artist

Artist

Leon Alexandru Biju

Leon Alexandru Biju made small prints and paintings of quiet places: Balchik’s shoreline, still lifes with old religious objects, and bare trees in winter.

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