Jurământul lui Mihai Viteazul
Gheorghe (George) Ioachim Pompilian
From the collection of King Ferdinand I National Military Museum
Gheorghe (George) Ioachim Pompilian
From the collection of King Ferdinand I National Military Museum
This painting shows a crowded indoor scene with a group of men in old-fashioned clothes. Some wear armor, others have robes or military gear. They’re gathered around a table with a book and a candle, while one man in a bright orange robe stands out in the center. The room looks dim, lit only by a chandelier and a few candles, giving everything a warm glow. Notice how the faces and shadows blend together, making some figures look almost three-dimensional. The artist used lighting to create depth, which was a common trick back then. This technique is called chiaroscuro.
