Cap de fetiță

Cap de fetiță

Nicolae Grigorescu

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From the collection of Gavrilă Simion Eco-Museum Research Institute Tulcea - Art Museum

About this work

This painting shows a young person with light hair and a pale face. They’re wearing a white head covering and a dark, textured garment. The background is dark and blurry, making the face stand out. The brushstrokes are thick and uneven, giving the clothing a rough, almost grainy look. This style makes the painting feel less polished than some portraits. Next, look up impasto to see how artists use thick paint like this.

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