Artwork

Cules de fructe

Cules de fructe, by Lazăr Maria
Cules de fructe, by Lazăr Maria

Cules de fructe is a print by Lazăr Maria. It is held in the collection of the Moldova National Museum Complex.

About this work

Overview

Cules de fructe is a painting depicting a group of figures under a fruit-laden tree. The scene is characterized by simple, stylized forms and a muted color palette.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows five figures, two of whom hold baskets of apples, while others stand nearby with empty hands or baskets, suggesting a scene of fruit gathering or harvesting.

Technique & Style

The figures are rendered in a flat, stylized manner with bold outlines and minimal facial detail, contributing to a sense of simplicity and abstraction. The color scheme is earthy, featuring browns, reds, and muted greens.

Artist & collection

Artist

Lazăr Maria

Lazăr Maria made prints and paintings that document everyday life and local legends in late 19th-century Romania.