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Morții de la Cașin, by Ștefan Dimitrescu, unspecified, 1919

Morții de la Cașin

Ștefan Dimitrescu

1919

unspecified

From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Morții de la Cașin is a 1919 unspecified by Ștefan Dimitrescu, held at Brukenthal National Museum.

Who painted this?
Ștefan Dimitrescu
When & what style?
1919
Where can I see it?
Brukenthal National Museum

About this work

This painting shows a group of people gathered around a bed. The person in the bed looks pale and still, while others stand or sit nearby, some holding objects. The colors are mostly earthy—browns, reds, and dull greens—with a rough, uneven brushstroke that makes it feel urgent. The artist used thick paint in some spots, giving the scene a textured, almost hurried look. The lighting is uneven, with some faces and objects standing out more than others. Next, look up impasto to see how artists use thick paint like this.

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