Autoportret în costum tirolez (în registrul inventar: Bătrân cu barbă mare)
1885
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
1885
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
This painting shows an older man with a long white beard and mustache. He’s wearing a fur-lined coat and holding a small object in his left hand. The background is dark, almost like a woven texture, making his face stand out. The brushstrokes are thick and visible, giving the fur and skin a rough, textured look. This style makes the man appear real and solid. Next, look up impasto to see how artists use thick paint like this.
