Sfântul Mare Ierarh Nicoale
1850
From the collection of ASTRA National Museum Complex
1850
From the collection of ASTRA National Museum Complex
This painting shows a bearded man in bright colors wearing a crown and robes. He holds a cross in one hand and a small figure in the other. The background has green leaves and flowers, and the frame is dark wood with signs of wear. The name "Nicoale" is written in Cyrillic letters, which is a clue to his identity. The style looks simple but deliberate, with bold outlines and flat colors. Look up cross-hatching to see how artists create shading with lines.
