Artwork
Autoportret

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



















