1929
From the collection of National Museum of Art of Romania
Curte cu rufe – Mangalia is a 1929 by Nicolae Tonitza, held at National Museum of Art of Romania.
This painting shows a rough, textured scene of a small village. The buildings are simple, with one white house labeled "Restaurant Sobe." The colors are earthy—browns, yellows, and a few blues—with quick, uneven brushstrokes. In the foreground, there’s a mix of rooftops, trees, and what looks like laundry hanging out to dry. The brushwork is thick and uneven, almost like the artist slapped paint on quickly. This style gives the scene a raw, unfinished feel, as if you’re seeing it through a quick glance. If you like this look, check out impasto to learn more about thick paint techniques.
Nicolae Tonitza was a Romanian painter, engraver, lithographer, journalist and art critic. Drawing inspiration from Post-Impressionism and Expressionism, he had a major role in introducing modernist guidelines to local art.
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