Artwork
Peisaj din Balcic
Peisaj din Balcic is a print by Aurel Kessler. It dates from 1927 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania.
About this work
Overview
Peisaj din Balcic, created by Aurel Kessler in 1927, is a landscape painting depicting a rustic, sunlit scene in Balcic.
Subject & Meaning
The painting focuses on a dry, rocky hillside in Balcic with scattered small buildings, a winding road, sparse trees, and patches of grass, evoking a sense of serene, everyday life.
Technique & Style
Characterized by thick, textured brushstrokes and an impasto effect, the work has a rough, handmade quality. The earthy palette of yellows, browns, and muted greens enhances the warm, sunlit atmosphere.
History & Provenance
Created in 1927 by Aurel Kessler, specific details about the work's history and ownership are not provided.
Context
While exact contextual influences are unspecified, the piece reflects early 20th-century landscape painting tendencies, emphasizing natural, unpretentious scenes.
Legacy
The work's impact or notable exhibitions are not detailed in the available information.
Artist & collection
Artist
Aurel Kessler spent his summers in Balcic, a Black Sea resort where he sketched the cliffs and fishing boats between card games with boisterous locals.
