Artwork
Peisaj cu schiori
Peisaj cu schiori is an unspecified painting by Dumitru Ghiață. It is held in the collection of the Argeș County Museum.
About this work
Overview
The work depicts a group of skiers ascending a snow‑covered slope, framed by stark, leafless trees whose trunks display vivid yellow‑brown tones. A pale blue sky stretches overhead, while the uneven surface of the snow is rendered with a textured, uneven quality. The figures, bundled in dark winter garments and hats, move together in a single line toward the horizon.
Technique & Style
The artist employs a heavy impasto approach, applying thick, rough brushstrokes that give the surface a palpable three‑dimensionality. This method accentuates the contrast between illuminated areas—particularly the faces of the skiers and the bright snow—and the deep, lingering shadows that dominate the composition, creating a sense of tactile immediacy.
Subject & Meaning
By focusing on a collective of winter travelers, the painting captures the communal experience of early 20th‑century alpine recreation. The starkness of the barren trees and the harsh lighting underscore the challenges of the environment, while the coordinated movement of the skiers suggests perseverance and shared purpose amid a demanding landscape.
Context
The piece belongs to a tradition of winter sport imagery that emerged as skiing gained popularity as both a leisure activity and a symbol of modernity. Its emphasis on texture and bold coloration aligns with contemporary trends that favored expressive surface treatment over precise representation, reflecting broader shifts in artistic practice during the period.
Artist & collection
Artist
Dumitru Ghiață (22 September 1888 – 3 July 1972) was a Romanian landscape painter.
