Artwork

Iuliu Maniu

Iuliu Maniu, by R. Mihăescu, 1920
Iuliu Maniu, by R. Mihăescu, 1920

Iuliu Maniu is a print by R. Mihăescu. It dates from 1920 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Romanian History.

About this work

Overview

Iuliu Maniu is a portrait painted by R. Mihăescu in 1920. The work depicts a man in formal attire against a plain background.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is shown wearing a dark suit, white shirt, and tie, with short graying hair and a mustache. The identity of the subject is not derived from the painting itself, but is known to be Iuliu Maniu.

Technique & Style

The painting features loose brushstrokes, particularly around the face and shoulders. The artist's use of contrasting light and dark colors creates a sense of depth, with the subject's dark suit set against a light background.

Context

The artist signed the work in the corner, suggesting attention to authenticity and ownership.

Artist & collection

Artist

R. Mihăescu

R. Mihăescu made dry-point prints of politicians in the 1920s. The bundle includes a 1920 portrait of Iuliu Maniu, a leading Romanian statesman during the Kingdom of Romania era. Look for the sharp, etched lines that…