Artwork

Lica cu portocala

Lica cu portocala, by Ștefan Luchian, unspecified, 1850
Lica cu portocala, by Ștefan Luchian, unspecified, 1850

Lica cu portocala is an unspecified painting by the Art Nouveau artist Ștefan Luchian. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania.

About this work

Overview

Lica cu portocala is a portrait by Ștefan Luchian, a Romanian artist.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene woman wearing a plain white blouse, holding an orange that draws attention with its vibrant color against her light attire.

Technique & Style

Characterized by loose yet lively brushwork and a palette of bright colors, the work reflects Luchian's distinctive style, which often featured simple subjects.

History & Provenance

Created around the early 1900s, Lica cu portocala is housed at the Museum of Ethnography.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Ștefan Luchian

Artist

Ștefan Luchian

Ștefan Luchian was a Romanian painter, famous for his landscapes and still life works.