Artwork

Crizanteme albe

Crizanteme albe, by Nicolae Tonitza, unspecified, 1925
Crizanteme albe, by Nicolae Tonitza, unspecified, 1925

Crizanteme albe is an unspecified painting by Nicolae Tonitza. It dates from 1925 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania.

About this work

Overview

Crizanteme albe is a 1925 painting by Nicolae Tonitza.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a still life arrangement featuring a yellow vase overflowing with white flowers, accompanied by an open book and a folded paper on a table.

Technique & Style

The artwork is characterized by thick, textured brushstrokes and a vivid color palette, including orange and blue hues in the background. The impasto technique used creates a dynamic, somewhat untidy effect.

Artist & collection

Artist

Nicolae Tonitza

Nicolae Tonitza painted quiet still lifes and village scenes, often showing colorful vegetables on a table or blooming flowers in simple pots.