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From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
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From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
This painting shows three men in a dim, wood-paneled room. The man on the left stands holding a mug, wearing a red shirt and brown hat. The seated man in front of him eats from a bowl, with a clay jug on the table. A fourth person sits in shadow on the left. The walls are rough, and the light comes from the right, casting shadows. The artist used dark tones to make the faces and objects pop against the background. This trick makes the scene feel cozy but also a little gritty. Look up chiaroscuro to learn about this lighting technique.
