Artwork
Portret de băiat
Portret de băiat is an unspecified painting by Miklós Barabás. It is held in the collection of the Brukenthal National Museum.
About this work
Overview
A portrait of a young boy is on display, created by Miklós Barabás. The work is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is depicted with dark hair and wearing a red jacket adorned with silver buttons, set against a muted brown background. His serious expression and neatly styled hair convey a sense of formality.
Technique & Style
The painting showcases intricate detail, particularly in the boy's jacket, which features a high collar and a row of buttons down the front, highlighting the artist's attention to texture and clothing.
Artist & collection
Artist
Miklós Barabás made small, detailed portraits in 19th-century Hungary. His brush captured everyday people—farmers at market, children in quiet poses, and sitters in stiff collars. Look at the soft light on the woman’s…
