Artwork
Autoportret la 40 ani
Autoportret la 40 ani is an unspecified painting by the Impressionist artist Emanoil Bardasare-Panaiteanu. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the Botoșani County Museum.
About this work
Overview
Autoportret la 40 ani is a self-portrait by Emanoil Bardasare-Panaiteanu, executed in 1890, currently part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is the artist himself at the age of 40, depicted in formal attire, emphasizing a sense of professionalism and maturity. The simple background focuses attention on the subject's demeanor and appearance.
Technique & Style
The painting combines realistic depictions of facial features and attire with impressionistic elements, evident in the soft yet visible brushstrokes that impart a warm, textured quality to the skin.
History & Provenance
Created in 1890, the work is now housed at the Museum of Ethnography, with no detailed provenance provided for the periods before its acquisition.
Artist & collection
Artist
Born in a generation when Romanian painters put paint on canvas instead of icons, Emanoil Bardasare-Panaiteanu made small, direct portraits in oil.
