Artwork
Obiect colorat intens
Obiect colorat intens is an unspecified painting by Horia Bernea. It dates from 1969 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania.
About this work
Overview
Obiect colorat intens is a 1969 painting by Horia Bernea, characterized by its divided composition and varied textures.
Subject & Meaning
The work is divided into three sections, featuring a gray and white form with a dark figure, bold yellow stripes with small drawings, and a bright red grid with a yellow oval and orange shape.
Technique & Style
The painting employs thick, impasto paint, creating a textured surface. The application of paint in thick layers adds to the work's visual complexity.
Context
The juxtaposition of different elements, such as the gray top section and the red grid below, creates a sense of disjointedness, inviting the viewer to consider the relationships between the various components.
Artist & collection
Artist
This Romanian printmaker’s stark, mid-century works mix bold shapes and text in black-and-white, blending graphic punch with quiet mood.
