Artwork

Constantin G. Cantacuzino cu turban (1793 - 1877)

Constantin G. Cantacuzino cu turban (1793 - 1877), by anonim, unspecified, 1817
Constantin G. Cantacuzino cu turban (1793 - 1877), by anonim, unspecified, 1817

Constantin G. Cantacuzino cu turban (1793 - 1877) is an unspecified painting by anonim. It dates from 1817 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania. The portrait Constantin G.

About this work

Overview

The portrait Constantin G. Cantacuzino cu turban (1793 - 1877) is an anonymous work dated to around 1817.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a bearded man, Constantin G. Cantacuzino, dressed in ornate attire, including a bright red robe, blue vest adorned with gold buttons, and a turban with colorful embroidery. He holds a chain with a pendant in one hand.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of bold colors, particularly red and gold, creates a striking visual effect. The focus on the subject's face and clothing, with no background, adds to the portrait's intensity. The lighting and shading exhibit characteristics of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark.

Artist & collection

Artist

anonim

This anonymous painter made small religious scenes with bold, flat colors and shaky lines, following old church traditions.