Hahamul din Moinești
1909
unspecified
From the collection of Moldova National Museum Complex
1909
unspecified
From the collection of Moldova National Museum Complex
This painting shows an older man with a long white beard and glasses. He’s wearing a dark hat and a dark coat over a light shirt. His face is turned slightly to the side, and the brushstrokes are thick and loose, making the colors pop. The painting looks unfinished in spots, with some areas still rough. The artist’s signature is faintly visible in the top corner. Next, check out chiaroscuro to see how light and shadow create drama in paintings.
