Atelier de croitorie
1919
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
1919
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
Dominant colour
Atelier de croitorie is a 1919 by Ștefan Dimitrescu, held at Brukenthal National Museum.
This painting shows three people working together in a small, cozy room. The woman on the left, dressed in a dark blue dress with a red floral pattern, is holding fabric. The two others—one with a blue bow in their hair and the other in glasses—are focused on sewing. A bright green and red quilt covers the bed, and a table holds more fabric and a small box. The brushstrokes are loose, giving the scene a warm, lived-in feel. The colors pop against the simple background, making the activity feel real and everyday. If you like this, check out impasto to see how thick paint can change a painting’s texture.
