Artwork
Răstrile
Răstrile is a drawing by Hugo Kołłątaj. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the "Dimitrie Gusti" National Village Museum.
About this work
Overview
Răstrile is a drawing that presents a multifaceted scene achieved through the use of simple lines. The image is surrounded by text in various languages and scripts.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a crucifixion scene, identified by the inscription 'Распятие Господа нашего Иисуса Христа' (Crucifixion of Our Lord Jesus Christ). Figures such as Saint Nicholas, Saint Michael the Archangel, and Saint George the Martyr are also represented.
Technique & Style
The artist employed a technique involving simple lines to create a detailed image. The use of cross-hatching is evident, contributing to the overall visual effect.
Context
The multilingual and multiscript inscriptions suggest the artwork was created in an environment where different cultures intersected.
Artist & collection
Artist
This Polish folk painter worked in the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, creating religious scenes with bold colors and simple shapes.
Museum
"Dimitrie Gusti" National Village Museum
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