Artwork
Bătrân cu ulcică verde
Bătrân cu ulcică verde is a print by the Impressionist artist Constantin Jiquidi. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Bucharest Municipality Museum.
About this work
Overview
Bătrân cu ulcică verde, created by Constantin Jiquidi in 1894, is a sketch housed at the Museum of Ethnography, depicting an elderly man with everyday, worn attire and objects.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is an older man, portrayed with a focus on the realities of daily life, emphasizing his weathered appearance, simple possessions—a green bottle and walking stick—and the wear on his clothing, reflecting a realistic, unromanticized view of life.
Technique & Style
The work exemplifies Realist tendencies, prioritizing accurate, unidealized representation of common life, as evidenced by the detailed rendering of the man’s rough hands, frayed scarf, and patched coat.
History & Provenance
Created in 1894 by Constantin Jiquidi, the sketch is currently part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
Context
Aligning with the Realist movement, the piece captures the mundane aspects of everyday life, diverging from romanticized or idealized portrayals prevalent in other artistic movements of the time.
Legacy
While specific legacy details of 'Bătrân cu ulcică verde' are not highlighted, it contributes to the broader impact of Realist art in honestly depicting common life, influencing subsequent artistic explorations of realism.
Artist & collection
Artist
Romanian printmaker and painter Constantin Jiquidi worked in the late 1800s, turning out prints and scenes of everyday life.
