Cap de băiat

Cap de băiat

Nicolae Tonitza

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From the collection of National Museum of Art of Romania

About this work

This painting shows a close-up of a young boy’s face. His skin is painted in warm, earthy tones, while his dark hair and shadowed eyes stand out. The brushstrokes are loose, with some rough patches where the paint looks thick. The painting feels unfinished in spots, like the artist left parts undone. The boy’s expression is serious, almost lost in thought. Next, look up chiaroscuro to see how light and shadow create drama in portraits.

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