Artwork
Portretul lui Tomi (Portretul unui negru)
Portretul lui Tomi (Portretul unui negru) is a print by Arthur Mendel. It dates from 1914 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania.
About this work
Overview
Portretul lui Tomi (Portretul unui negru) is a painting created by Arthur Mendel around 1914.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a seated man wearing a hat, vest, and red tie, with a cigarette in hand. His serious expression conveys a sense of quiet contemplation, as if lost in thought.
Technique & Style
The artist employed a range of colors to achieve depth and texture, with the subject's face rendered in detail. A muted background focuses attention on the subject, utilizing chiaroscuro technique to create a contemplative atmosphere.
Artist & collection
Artist
Arthur Mendel carried a sketchbook like a diary, filling it with quick, knowing lines of people he met on the street.
