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Studiu pentru înmormântarea la țară, by Camil Ressu, 1932

Studiu pentru înmormântarea la țară

Camil Ressu

1932

From the collection of National Museum of Art of Romania

Dominant colour

Overview

Studiu pentru înmormântarea la țară is a 1932 by Camil Ressu, held at National Museum of Art of Romania.

Who painted this?
Camil Ressu
When & what style?
1932
Where can I see it?
National Museum of Art of Romania

About this work

This painting shows a group of people in dark robes, standing close together. One man in the front has a white hood and is looking down, while another older man with a black hat holds a red cloth. The background is blurry, with muted colors like browns and grays. The brushstrokes are thick and rough, giving the faces a textured look. The lighting is uneven, making some areas darker than others. Look up impasto to see how this technique works.

About the artist

Portrait of Camil Ressu
Artist

Camil Ressu

Camil Ressu was a Romanian painter and academic, one of the most significant art figures of Romania.

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