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Autoportret, by Ion Theodorescu-Sion, unspecified, 1909

Autoportret

Ion Theodorescu-Sion

1909

unspecified

From the collection of National Museum of Art of Romania

Dominant colour

Overview

Autoportret is a 1909 unspecified by Ion Theodorescu-Sion, held at National Museum of Art of Romania.

Who painted this?
Ion Theodorescu-Sion
When & what style?
1909
Where can I see it?
National Museum of Art of Romania

About this work

This is a close-up portrait of a person with short, dark hair tied back. They’re wearing a light-colored shirt with a high collar, and the background is a dark, plain color. The brushstrokes are visible, especially on the face and neck, giving it a textured look. The painting feels quick and direct, like it was done in one sitting. The artist’s signature and date, *1909*, are scrawled in the corner—small but clear. Next, check out impasto to see how thick paint like this is used.

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