Schimbarea la față

From the collection of Alba Iulia Orthodox Archdiocese

Classical Antiquity Religious Composition

Dominant colour

Schimbarea la față is a work by Vasile Munteanu din Săliște, depicting Composition, held at Alba Iulia Orthodox Archdiocese.

Who painted this?: Vasile Munteanu din Săliște
Where can I see it?: Alba Iulia Orthodox Archdiocese

About this work

The painting, titled "Schimbarea la față", is a drawing by Vasile Munteanu din Săliște. It depicts a religious scene with Jesus at the center, surrounded by clouds and figures in robes. The colors are muted, with shades of yellow, blue, and red dominating the palette. In the foreground, Jesus stands out, wearing a white robe with a blue sash. His right hand is raised, and his left hand holds a book. The background is filled with clouds and trees, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere. The painting is held at the Museum of Ethnography, and its style is reminiscent of traditional religious art. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's technique, you might want to explore the use of cross-hatching, a method of creating shading and texture through closely spaced parallel lines.