Case la Vitre
1882
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
1882
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
This painting shows two old houses with weathered walls and dark roofs. One has a chimney, and the other has a small porch. In front, a cat sits on a low wall beside a patch of flowers. The brushstrokes are thick and rough, with colors that look faded but still warm. The cat’s position near the flowers adds a quiet moment to the scene. The painting’s style feels loose and quick, almost like it was done outdoors. Next, check out impasto to see how thick paint like this works.
