Desen după Tonitza

1950

From the collection of Gavrila Simion Eco-Museum Research Institute Tulcea

Dominant colour

Desen după Tonitza is a 1950 by Teodor Hrib, depicting Esquiss, held at Gavrila Simion Eco-Museum Research Institute Tulcea.

Who painted this?: Teodor Hrib
When & what style?: 1950
Where can I see it?: Gavrila Simion Eco-Museum Research Institute Tulcea

About this work

This sketch shows two faces side by side. The person on the left is drawn in rough lines, with a serious expression and a high collar. The person on the right wears a hooded cloak, their face turned slightly away, also in quick, loose strokes. The artist used shading to suggest fabric and texture, especially around the cloak. The drawing feels fast and unfinished, like a quick study rather than a polished work. Look up cross-hatching next to see how artists build shading with layered lines.