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Natură statică, by Dona Niculina Delavrancea, unspecified

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Overview

Natură statică is an unspecified by Dona Niculina Delavrancea, held at National Museum of Art of Romania.

Who painted this?
Dona Niculina Delavrancea
Where can I see it?
National Museum of Art of Romania

About this work

This painting shows a simple tabletop scene. A large metal pot sits next to a dark bottle, both resting on a rough cloth. Two lemons, a pair of tongs, and a stack of books or papers are also on the table. The background includes a brick wall and a wooden shelf. The brushstrokes are thick and textured, giving the objects a solid, almost three-dimensional look. The lighting is uneven, with some areas dark and others bright, which makes the objects stand out. This style of painting is called impasto.

About the artist

Artist

Dona Niculina Delavrancea

Dona Niculina Delavrancea painted still lifes and scenes from everyday life, often with Rumanians at work or bright flowers on a table.

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