Târg la munte
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
A crowd of people in colorful, old-fashioned clothes stands in an open, dusty field. Some are talking, others are sitting or tending to horses. A few flags wave in the background, and the sky is painted with soft clouds over rolling hills. The colors are warm—reds, browns, and greens—with a few brighter spots like yellow and blue. Notice how the artist used light to show depth, especially on the faces and clothing. The shadows and highlights make the scene feel real, even though it’s a painted print. Try looking up chiaroscuro to see how this technique works in other art.
