Oraș lângă fluviu
1704
unspecified
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
1704
unspecified
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
This painting shows a quiet riverside scene with a small town in the distance. A big tree stands on a rocky bank, its branches spreading over the water. Nearby, a few people sit on the grass, some with baskets or animals, while others rest under the shade. The artist used soft light to make the scene feel peaceful. The way shadows blend into the landscape gives it depth. Look up chiaroscuro to see how this lighting trick works.
