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Maria Antoniu Catargi, by Stahi D. Constantin, 1850

Maria Antoniu Catargi

Stahi D. Constantin

1850

From the collection of Moldova National Museum Complex

Dominant colour

Overview

Maria Antoniu Catargi is a 1850 by Stahi D. Constantin, depicting Lace, held at Moldova National Museum Complex.

Who painted this?
Stahi D. Constantin
When & what style?
1850
Where can I see it?
Moldova National Museum Complex

About this work

This painting shows a woman wearing a lace shawl and a veil, with a roundel on her chest. She is looking straight ahead, and her face is partially obscured by the veil. The background is a muted color, which helps to draw attention to the woman's face and clothing. The woman's attire suggests that she may be from a specific cultural or social background, but without more information, it's difficult to say for certain. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting, which helps to draw the viewer's eye to the woman's face. The level of detail in the painting is impressive, with intricate patterns on the woman's clothing and a subtle expression on her face. To learn more about the artist's technique and style, you might want to look up Stahi D. Constantin.

About the artist

Artist

Stahi D. Constantin

Stahi D. Constantin printed quiet portraits and gentle scenes in 19th-century Romanian ink and paint. Look for his family studies like Preotul Dimitrie Stahi (Tatăl artistului) and tender figures such as June (șovăind)…

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