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Interior (Kitchen), by Vilmos Aba-Novák, oil, 1927

Interior (Kitchen)

Vilmos Aba-Novák

1927

oil

canvas

From the collection of Hungarian National Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

Interior (Kitchen) is a 1927 oil by Vilmos Aba-Novák, a Art Nouveau work, held at Hungarian National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Vilmos Aba-Novák
When & what style?
1927 · Art Nouveau
Where can I see it?
Hungarian National Gallery

About this work

The painting depicts a woman sitting in a kitchen, holding a cup and saucer. She is dressed in dark clothing and has a white head covering. The room is dimly lit, with shadows cast on the walls. A table behind her holds various objects, including a red container and a white pitcher. In the background, a window lets in natural light, and a plant sits on a shelf. The overall atmosphere is one of quiet contemplation. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's technique, you can explore the concept of chiaroscuro.

About the artist

Portrait of Vilmos Aba-Novák
Artist

Vilmos Aba-Novák

Vilmos Aba-Novák (Hungarian: Aba-Novák Vilmos, until 1912: Hungarian: Novák Vilmos; March 15, 1894 – September 29, 1941) was a Hungarian painter and graphic artist.

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