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Femeie lucrând croitorie, by Nicolae Tonitza, unspecified, 1924

Femeie lucrând croitorie

Nicolae Tonitza

1924

unspecified

From the collection of Moldova National Museum Complex

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Overview

Femeie lucrând croitorie is a 1924 unspecified by Nicolae Tonitza, held at Moldova National Museum Complex.

Who painted this?
Nicolae Tonitza
When & what style?
1924
Where can I see it?
Moldova National Museum Complex

About this work

A woman sits on a speckled floor, her back to us, bent over a small sewing project. She wears a pink sweater with black buttons and a dark skirt with white dots. Her hair is pulled back neatly, and she holds a piece of fabric and thread, focusing intently on her work. The brushstrokes are loose and warm, giving the scene a lived-in feel. The background is plain, letting the colors of her clothes and the fabric stand out. Next, look up Nicolae Tonitza to see how he painted everyday life.

About the artist

Artist

Nicolae Tonitza

Nicolae Tonitza painted quiet still lifes and village scenes, often showing colorful vegetables on a table or blooming flowers in simple pots.

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