Cap de fetiță cu broboadă albă

Cap de fetiță cu broboadă albă

Nicolae Tonitza

1923

From the collection of National Museum of Art of Romania

About this work

This painting shows a child’s face wrapped in a thick white cloth, leaving only the eyes and mouth visible. The background is blurry with patches of green, red, and yellow, like a faded setting. The child’s skin looks warm and rough, with simple brushstrokes. The white cloth covers most of the face, making the child look mysterious. The artist used bold, uneven strokes that feel quick and raw. If you like this style, look up impasto next.

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