Cunună de flori
1675
unspecified
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
1675
unspecified
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
This painting shows a dark background packed with bright flowers. The blooms are mostly red and yellow, some with blue or white centers, clustered together in a wild, tangled mess. Green leaves and stems peek out between them, but the colors pop against the deep, shadowy backdrop. The way light hits the flowers makes them glow, almost like they’re lit from behind. The artist used bold contrasts to make the colors stand out even more. If you like this style, look up Baroque next.
