Artwork
Călărași în ținută de vară

Călărași în ținută de vară is an unspecified painting by the Academic Art artist Sava Henția. It dates from 1877 and is held in the collection of the King Ferdinand I National Military Museum.
About this work
Overview
Călărași în ținută de vară is a 1877 painting by Sava Henția, a Romanian artist with a background in decoration and illustration. The work is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a soldier, likely a călăraș, standing beside a white horse, dressed in a white tunic, black pants, and a black hat with a red feather. The scene may be capturing a moment of rural life or a specific military custom.
Technique & Style
The painting is characterized by loose brushstrokes and a focus on light and shadow, conveying a sense of movement and energy. Henția's detailed approach to everyday subjects is evident in the rendering of the soldier's attire and the horse.
History & Provenance
Created in 1877, Călărași în ținută de vară is associated with the realist movement. It is held in the Museum of Ethnography's collection, indicating its significance in representing Romanian culture or customs.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sava Henția (1 February 1848, Sebeșel - 21 February 1904, Sebeșel) was an Imperial Austrian-born Romanian painter, decorator and illustrator.
Museum
King Ferdinand I National Military Museum
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