Artwork
Portret de femeie
Portret de femeie is an unspecified painting by the Impressionist artist August Alexius Canzi. It dates from 1852 and is held in the collection of the Colecție particulară - Arad.
About this work
Overview
Portret de femeie, painted in 1852 by August Alexius Canzi, is a portrait housed in the Museum of Ethnography. The work depicts a serene indoor scene of a woman with a small dog, characterized by soft colors and gentle brushwork.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, a woman in a light blue dress and white shawl, sits calmly indoors with a pet dog on her lap. Everyday elements—a staff against the wall and a chair with a patterned cloth to the side—emphasize the ordinary, intimate nature of the scene.
Technique & Style
The painting exhibits characteristics of Realism, prevalent in the mid-19th century, through its use of soft, muted colors and gentle brushstrokes, which collectively convey a sense of quiet, everyday life.
History & Provenance
Created in 1852 by August Alexius Canzi, the portrait is currently part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography, though specific details about its acquisition or earlier ownership are not provided here.
Artist & collection
Artist
This 19th-century painter made straightforward portraits like Portret de femeie from 1852.
