Cap de expresie (Cap de copil)

Cap de expresie (Cap de copil)

Nicolae Tonitza

1926

unspecified

From the collection of Vasile Pârvan Bârlad Museum

About this work

This painting shows a close-up of a round face, likely a baby’s. The skin is smooth and pale, with soft pink cheeks and a small, slightly open mouth. The eyes are dark and simple, and the hair is just a few faint lines at the top. The face looks calm but a little blurry, like it’s been painted quickly. The artist used light colors and kept the details basic, focusing on the shape and feel of the face. If you like this style, check out the artist: Nicolae Tonitza for more of his work.

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