Artwork
Nud
Nud is an unspecified painting by Petre Iorgulescu-Yor. It dates from 1929 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania.
About this work
Overview
Nud is a painting created by Petre Iorgulescu-Yor around 1929. It is an example of Expressionist art, characterized by its emotional intensity.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a seated nude woman wearing a bright red hat with feathers, holding a small object. The dark background and textured brushstrokes emphasize the figure.
Technique & Style
The artwork features thick, impasto brushstrokes that give the subject's skin and clothing a textured appearance. The loose, sketchy style suggests a rapid execution.
History & Provenance
Petre Iorgulescu-Yor, a Romanian painter of Jewish and Greek ancestry, created Nud. He was active in Bucharest until his death in 1939.
Artist & collection
Artist
Petre Iorgulescu-Yor (24 December 1890, Râmnicu Sărat – 29 April 1939, Bucharest) was a Romanian Expressionist painter of Jewish and Greek ancestry.
