Autoportret cu lulea
1850
From the collection of National Museum of Art of Romania
1850
From the collection of National Museum of Art of Romania
Autoportret cu lulea is a 1850 by Iosif Iser, depicting self-portrait, held at National Museum of Art of Romania.
This is a close-up portrait of a man with a serious expression. His face is lit from the side, showing deep shadows under his cheekbones and nose. He’s wearing a dark jacket over a light collar, and the background is a flat red. The brushstrokes are thick and visible, especially on his skin and clothes. The painting looks unfinished in spots, with some areas smudged or scratched. The lighting creates strong contrasts between light and dark, making his face stand out sharply. Check out chiaroscuro to see how this lighting trick works in other art.
