Artwork
Portret de tânâr
Portret de tânâr is an unspecified painting by Sava Henția. It dates from 1886 and is held in the collection of the Bucharest Municipality Museum.
About this work
Overview
Portret de tânâr is a portrait painting created by Sava Henția around 1886. It is currently held in the collection of the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a young man in a close-up view, showing his face and shoulders. The subject's skin is rendered with rough, textured brushstrokes, giving a sense of ruggedness.
Technique & Style
The portrait is characterized by thick, uneven brushstrokes and a layered application of paint, resulting in a gritty, textured appearance. The dark background blends into the subject's skin, while the dark collar provides a contrasting element.
History & Provenance
Sava Henția, born in 1848 in the Imperial Austrian Empire and later active in Romania, was a painter, decorator, and illustrator. He created Portret de tânâr before his death in 1904.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sava Henția (1 February 1848, Sebeșel - 21 February 1904, Sebeșel) was an Imperial Austrian-born Romanian painter, decorator and illustrator.
