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Natură statică, by Horia Damian, unspecified, 1941

Natură statică

Horia Damian

1941

unspecified

From the collection of National Museum of Art of Romania

Dominant colour

Overview

Natură statică is a 1941 unspecified by Horia Damian, held at National Museum of Art of Romania.

Who painted this?
Horia Damian
When & what style?
1941
Where can I see it?
National Museum of Art of Romania

About this work

This painting shows a simple wooden table with everyday objects. There’s a tall brown jug, a green glass jar half-filled with a yellowish liquid, a small metal pitcher, and a crumpled white cloth. A metal scoop and a shallow bowl sit near the jug, and the background is dark, making the objects stand out. The brushstrokes are thick and textured, especially on the cloth and jug, giving them a rough, almost tactile look. This style makes the objects feel real and solid. If you like this kind of painting, look up impasto.

About the artist

Artist

Horia Damian

Horia Damian’s paintings feel like quiet snapshots of everyday life. In *Peisaj* (1960) and *Natură statică* (1941), he paints landscapes and still lifes that look plain at first—until you notice how the colors hold…

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