Invitație la vals
1920
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
1920
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
This painting shows two women in a cozy, dimly lit room. One sits on a chair, dressed in a white fur shawl and a fancy red dress, holding a fan. The other stands beside her, wearing a dark blue coat and a black hat, handing her a bouquet of flowers. The background is messy with quick brushstrokes, and the colors are warm but muddy. The woman sitting looks relaxed, almost bored, while the standing woman leans in with a gentle gesture. The painting’s rough texture makes it feel like it was done quickly, almost like a sketch. Next, look up impasto to see how thick paint layers create texture like this.
