Artwork

Portret cu evantai

Portret cu evantai, by Theodor Aman, unspecified, 1856
Portret cu evantai, by Theodor Aman, unspecified, 1856

Portret cu evantai is an unspecified painting by the Impressionist artist Theodor Aman. It dates from 1856 and is held in the collection of the Bucharest Municipality Museum.

About this work

Overview

Portret cu evantai is a painting by Theodor Aman, created in 1856. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a woman in a dark blue dress, accessorized with a pearl necklace, ring, and red flowers in her hair, holding a fan with a white fringe.

Technique & Style

The artist achieved a three-dimensional effect on the subject's face and arms through the use of light and shadow, creating a soft, realistic representation of her skin and clothing.

Context

The use of chiaroscuro, an artistic technique that utilizes strong contrasts between light and dark, is evident in the painting, contributing to its overall visual impact.

Artist & collection