Artwork

Portret de bărbat

Portret de bărbat, by Aurel Băeșu, 1919
Portret de bărbat, by Aurel Băeșu, 1919

Portret de bărbat is a print by Aurel Băeșu. It dates from 1919 and is held in the collection of the Neamț National Museum Complex.

About this work

Overview

Portret de bărbat is a 1919 painting by Aurel Băeșu, a Romanian Impressionist artist. It is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a man with a serious expression, wearing a dark coat, white collar, and small bow tie. His mustache and attire suggest a formal or professional setting.

Technique & Style

The painting features thick, rough brushstrokes and bold colors, including deep reds and browns. Some areas are slightly blurred, and the artist's use of chiaroscuro creates depth through the interplay of light and shadow.

History & Provenance

Created in 1919, the painting is held in the Museum of Ethnography's collection. The signature appears to have been added later.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Aurel Băeșu

Artist

Aurel Băeșu

Aurel Băeșu (26 May 1896 – 24 August 1928) was a Romanian Impressionist landscape and portrait painter. Many of his works show the influence of Nicolae Grigorescu; an influence that was common among painters of his generation.