Προσωπογραφία του Χαριλάου Τρικούπη
1967
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From the collection of Historical & Ethnological Society of Greece
1967
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From the collection of Historical & Ethnological Society of Greece
This painting shows a man in a dark suit with a white collar, looking straight ahead. His face is mostly plain, with a mustache and a bald head. The background is dark and blurry, making his face stand out. The brushstrokes are thick and loose, giving the painting a rough, textured look. This style makes the man’s face look almost like it’s carved from shadow and light. Check out impasto to see how artists use thick paint for this effect.
