Târg de vite
1850
From the collection of National Museum of Art of Romania
1850
From the collection of National Museum of Art of Romania
This painting shows a busy outdoor market with lots of people and animals. Cows and horses are being led or loaded onto carts. The ground is muddy, and the buildings in the background look old and simple. Trees without leaves stand around, and a tall tower rises in the distance. The artist used thick brushstrokes, especially on the animals and people, giving the scene a rough, textured look. This makes the painting feel lively and real. Try looking up impasto to see how artists use thick paint like this.
