Who painted Portret de copil?

Portret de copil was painted by Lucia Dem-Bălăcescu in 1850.

Where can I see Portret de copil?

Portret de copil is held by National Museum of Art of Romania.

Artwork

Portret de copil

Portret de copil is a print by Lucia Dem-Bălăcescu. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania.

About this work

Overview

Lucia Dem‑Bălăcescu’s Portret de copil, dated circa 1850, is a modestly sized sketch that concentrates on a solitary child’s visage. Rendered on plain paper, the work isolates the figure from any surrounding detail, directing the viewer’s attention to the young subject’s expression and attire.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing portrays a child with large, round eyes and a solemn expression, suggesting a moment of introspection or maturity beyond the sitter’s years. Dark, untidy hair frames the face, while a blue shirt with yellow sleeves adds a touch of everyday clothing, hinting at the child’s social context without elaboration.

Technique & Style

Executed with swift, loose brushstrokes, the sketch employs flat areas of color and minimal shading, limited to a few darker smudges around the head. The lack of tonal gradation and the uneven lines convey a sense of immediacy, characteristic of a quick study rather than a finished portrait.

History & Provenance

Created around the mid‑nineteenth century, the work is attributed to Dem‑Bălăcescu, a Romanian artist active during that period. The piece remains in the collection of the Museum of Ethnography, where it is displayed alongside other regional artworks that illustrate contemporary visual culture.