Artwork
Farfurie cu pești
Farfurie cu pești is a print by Dumitru Ghiață. It dates from 1938 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania.
About this work
Overview
Farfurie cu pești, created around 1938 by Romanian artist Dumitru Ghiață, is a still-life painting that diverges from the artist’s primary focus on landscapes. Characterized by Ghiață’s typical restraint in palette and composition, the work showcases a woven basket containing three fish.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a humble, everyday scene of a basket of fish, reflecting Ghiață’s inclination towards portraying rural life and nature with simplicity and sobriety. The subject matter aligns with his roots in folk traditions.
Technique & Style
Ghiață employed his distinctive synthetic drawing style, emphasizing clarity and simplicity. Thick brushstrokes impart a near-three-dimensional quality to the fish and basket, while earthy tones dominate the palette, accented by subtle bright spots on the fish scales.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1938, specific details regarding the painting’s history and ownership prior to its current status are not provided.
Context
Reflecting Ghiață’s rural upbringing in what is now Malovăț commune, the piece connects to his broader oeuvre focused on rural themes, albeit as a still-life departure from his landscape emphasis.
Legacy
The painting exemplifies Ghiață’s contribution to Romanian art through his folk-tradition rooted, soberly composed works, though its individual impact within his corpus or broader art historical significance is not elaborated here.
Artist & collection
Artist
Dumitru Ghiață (22 September 1888 – 3 July 1972) was a Romanian landscape painter.
