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Escena de costumbres, by Unknown, oil, 1894

Escena de costumbres

Unknown

1894

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina

Dominant colour

Overview

Escena de costumbres is a 1894 oil by Unknown, a Post-Impressionism work, held at National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1894 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina

About this work

This painting shows two men sitting outside a building, engaged in conversation. One man is wearing a hat and holding a cup, while the other is also wearing a hat and has his legs crossed. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and a blue sky. The artist has used warm colors to create a sense of comfort and intimacy in the scene. The men's clothing and accessories suggest a rustic or rural setting. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. To learn more about the use of chiaroscuro, look up the technique.

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