Artwork

Portret de tânără

Portret de tânără, by Sava Henția, 1885
Portret de tânără, by Sava Henția, 1885

Portret de tânără is a print by the Impressionist artist Sava Henția. It dates from 1885 and is held in the collection of the "I.L. Caragiale" National Theater - Museum of the National Theater Bucharest.

About this work

Overview

Portret de tânără, created in 1885 by Sava Henția, is a portrait of a young woman. The painting is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, a young woman, is portrayed in a state of quiet contemplation. Her serious expression, downward cast eyes, and slightly furrowed eyebrows convey introspection.

Technique & Style

Henția employs a dark color palette, with the subject's dark dress and hair set against a somber background, drawing focus to her face. The composition emphasizes the subject's emotional state through subtle facial expressions.

History & Provenance

Created in 1885 by Imperial Austrian-born Romanian artist Sava Henția, the painting is now held in the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Sava Henția

Artist

Sava Henția

Sava Henția (1 February 1848, Sebeșel - 21 February 1904, Sebeșel) was an Imperial Austrian-born Romanian painter, decorator and illustrator.