Artwork

Peisaj la munte

Peisaj la munte, by Henri H. Catargi, 1944
Peisaj la munte, by Henri H. Catargi, 1944

Peisaj la munte is a print by Henri H. Catargi. It dates from 1944 and is held in the collection of the Bucharest Municipality Museum.

About this work

Overview

Peisaj la munte, created circa 1944 by Romanian painter Henri Catargi, is a mountain landscape painting characterized by its serene and peaceful atmosphere.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a natural mountainous landscape, reflecting Catargi's focus on depicting Romania's scenic beauty. The composition emphasizes tranquility, inviting contemplation.

Technique & Style

Loose, expressive brushstrokes and a nuanced color palette (notably blues and greens) create depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer into the scene.

History & Provenance

Painted around 1944, the work is now part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Henri H. Catargi

Artist

Henri H. Catargi

Henri Catargi (December 6, 1894, Bucharest, Romania – July 19, 1976, Bucharest) was a renowned Romanian painter from Braşov.