Nașterea lui Iisus Hristos

1872

From the collection of Vasile Grigore - Painter and Collector Art Museum

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Religious Angel

Dominant colour

Nașterea lui Iisus Hristos is a 1872 by Unknown, a Impressionism work, depicting Angel, held at Vasile Grigore - Painter and Collector Art Museum.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1872 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Vasile Grigore - Painter and Collector Art Museum

About this work

This painting shows three figures in a dim, golden-lit scene. A woman in a white headscarf sits holding a baby in a basket, while a man stands behind her. To the right, a child in green leans in, looking at the baby. The background is dark with a faint glow, like a cave or stable. The woman and man have glowing halos, and the baby looks like it’s wrapped in cloth. The colors are flat but warm—mostly blues, yellows, and earth tones. The painting feels old and slightly worn, like it’s been around for a long time. If you like this style, check out Realism next.