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Întâmpinarea Domnului, by Unknown, 1850

Întâmpinarea Domnului

Unknown

1850

From the collection of Maramureș Village Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Întâmpinarea Domnului is a 1850 by Unknown, held at Maramureș Village Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1850
Where can I see it?
Maramureș Village Museum

About this work

This painting shows three robed figures standing in front of a golden background. The two on the left look like they’re praying, with hands clasped. The figure on the right holds a staff and faces them, while a smaller figure in the gold area seems to be holding a child. The floor has a patterned design, and the colors are mostly earthy browns and golds. The golden background is textured, almost like woven metal, which makes it stand out. The figures have simple, flat faces and bold outlines, giving them a stiff, formal look. If you like this style, check out cross-hatching to see how artists create texture with lines.

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