Ruinele Mănăstirii Comana

Ruinele Mănăstirii Comana

Ștefan Luchian

1902

From the collection of National Museum of Art of Romania

About this work

This drawing shows an empty, crumbling building with arched doorways and windows. The walls are rough stone, and the floor looks uneven, almost like it’s falling apart. Light comes in from the top left, making some parts brighter than others. The artist used simple lines and shading to show how worn down the place is. It feels quiet and forgotten, like no one has been there in a long time. If you like this style, check out cross-hatching.

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