Trei boi
1850
unspecified
From the collection of National Museum of Art of Romania
1850
unspecified
From the collection of National Museum of Art of Romania
This painting shows three cows in a dim, enclosed space. The brushstrokes are thick and rough, with dark shadows and light patches blending together. One cow sits on the ground, while the other two stand close by, their bodies angled toward each other. The artist used loose, visible strokes to create texture, making the cows look almost alive despite the rough style. The lighting is uneven, with some areas glowing softly and others staying dark. Look up impasto to see how artists use thick paint for dramatic texture.