Artwork
Doamna Davila cu fiul
Doamna Davila cu fiul is an unspecified painting by Sava Henția. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Bucharest Municipality Museum.
About this work
Overview
Doamna Davila cu fiul is a painting created by Sava Henția around 1850. It is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a woman, identified as Doamna Davila, holding a baby, both wearing traditional attire. The gentle expression on the woman's face conveys affection, while the baby looks directly at the viewer, creating a sense of warmth and intimacy.
Technique & Style
The subjects are set against a muted background, drawing attention to the figures. The woman's headscarf and patterned top, and the baby's simple white outfit, are rendered in detail, characteristic of Henția's portrait style.
History & Provenance
Sava Henția, born in Sebeșel in 1848, was an Austrian-born Romanian painter. He contributed to Romanian artistic traditions through his work in painting and decorative arts.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sava Henția (1 February 1848, Sebeșel - 21 February 1904, Sebeșel) was an Imperial Austrian-born Romanian painter, decorator and illustrator.
