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Bătrână cu coș pe braț, by Nicolae Grigorescu, unspecified, 1850

Bătrână cu coș pe braț

Nicolae Grigorescu

1850

unspecified

From the collection of Moldova National Museum Complex

Dominant colour

Overview

Bătrână cu coș pe braț is a 1850 unspecified by Nicolae Grigorescu, held at Moldova National Museum Complex.

Who painted this?
Nicolae Grigorescu
When & what style?
1850
Where can I see it?
Moldova National Museum Complex

About this work

The painting depicts an elderly woman holding a basket on her arm. She is dressed in traditional clothing, with a headscarf and a long-sleeved top. The basket appears to be made of wicker or a similar material. The woman's face is not clearly visible, but her posture suggests she may be elderly or frail. The background of the painting is dark, which draws attention to the woman and the basket. This painting is reminiscent of the work of Nicolae Grigorescu, who was known for his portraits of everyday people.

About the artist

Artist

Nicolae Grigorescu

Romanian painter Nicolae Grigorescu made quiet, honest scenes of everyday life and country roads around 1900.

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