Artwork

Autoportret

Autoportret, by Corneliu Baba, 1986
Autoportret, by Corneliu Baba, 1986

Autoportret is a print by Corneliu Baba. It dates from 1986 and is held in the collection of the Art museum of Craiova.

About this work

Overview

Autoportret is a self-portrait painting by Corneliu Baba, executed in 1986, currently part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is an older man, presumably the artist himself, depicted with white hair and a serious expression, conveying a sense of introspection or solemnity.

Technique & Style

The painting features loose brushstrokes, suggesting a rapid execution. It utilizes chiaroscuro, with targeted lighting on the face and hands, creating soft shadows that add depth against a muted, warm-toned background.

History & Provenance

Created in 1986, the work is housed at the Museum of Ethnography, with no detailed provenance provided beyond its current location.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Corneliu Baba

Artist

Corneliu Baba

Corneliu Baba was a Romanian painter, primarily a portraitist, but also known as a genre painter and an illustrator of books.

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