Cap de tătăroaică
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From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
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From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
This painting shows a person wearing a bright yellow headscarf that covers their hair and part of their face. Their skin and clothes are painted in warm, earthy tones—reds and browns—with a green trim on the collar. The background is rough and textured, blending into the same warm colors. The artist used thick, visible brushstrokes that make the colors pop and feel almost tactile. The face is partially hidden, adding a sense of mystery. If you like this style, look up impasto next—it’s a technique where paint is laid on thickly.
