Artwork
Lacuri la Băneasa
Lacuri la Băneasa is an unspecified painting by Carol Szathmari. It dates from 1874 and is held in the collection of the Bucharest Municipality Museum.
About this work
Overview
Lacuri la Băneasa, executed around 1874 by Carol Szathmari, is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. The work presents a water‑filled landscape rendered in a subdued palette of grays and blues, with a sky softened by faint clouds and a shoreline strewn with driftwood and rocks.
Subject & Meaning
The scene captures a tranquil yet unsettled stretch of water near Băneasa, emphasizing the interplay between the mutable surface of the lake and the static, weathered shore. The muted tones and diffuse horizon suggest a quiet, perhaps reflective atmosphere, inviting contemplation of the natural environment’s transitory qualities.
Technique & Style
Szathmari employs rapid, loose brushwork that conveys a sense of immediacy; the paint retains a wet appearance in several areas, creating a slightly uneven texture. The handling of color and form aligns with a loosely impressionistic approach, where the emphasis lies on overall impression rather than meticulous detail.
History & Provenance
Created in the mid‑1870s, Lacuri la Băneasa entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings at an unspecified date, where it remains on display. The work reflects Szathmari’s broader interest in documenting Romanian landscapes during a period of growing national awareness.
Artist & collection
Artist
Carol Szathmari made paintings and one sculpture in the mid-1800s, mostly portraits and scenes from everyday life.
