Sfânta Ecaterina din Alexandria (în Reg. Inv.: Sfânta Ecaterina cu roata)
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
This painting shows a woman with soft, pale skin and dark hair tied up in a crown-like style. She wears a light yellow dress with a dark red fur shawl draped over her shoulders. Her left hand rests on a small, dark object, while her right hand holds a piece of paper or a scroll. The dark background makes her face and hands stand out sharply, creating a strong contrast. This effect is called *chiaroscuro*—a technique that uses light and shadow to give depth. Look up chiaroscuro to see how artists use light and shadow to create drama.
