Artwork
Femie cu evantai
Femie cu evantai is a print by Jean Alexandru Steriadi. It dates from 1928 and is held in the collection of the Moldova National Museum Complex.
About this work
Overview
Femie cu evantai is a painting by Jean Alexandru Steriadi, created around 1928.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a contemplative woman with dark hair, wearing a dark green shawl over a light-colored dress, holding a fan and gazing to the left. Her neutral expression and averted gaze suggest a state of introspection.
Technique & Style
The artist uses a muted gray background to focus attention on the subject, and chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and volume.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jean Alexandru Steriadi was a Romanian painter and drawing artist. He made portraits and compositions based on a strong, expressive drawing; then he evolved towards impressionistic influenced landscapes in which the…
