Portret de bărbat (Lepădatu Galați)
1872
unspecified
From the collection of Moldova National Museum Complex
1872
unspecified
From the collection of Moldova National Museum Complex
This painting shows a man with a thick mustache and beard, looking off to the side. His face is lit from one side, leaving the other half in shadow. The dark background makes his features stand out, especially his strong jawline and deep-set eyes. The brushstrokes are thick in places, giving the beard and skin texture. The lighting creates a dramatic contrast between light and dark on his face. Next, look up *chiaroscuro* to see how this technique works in other paintings.
