Artwork

Pești argintii

Pești argintii, by Paul Miracovici, 1939
Pești argintii, by Paul Miracovici, 1939

Pești argintii is a print by Paul Miracovici. It dates from 1939 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania.

About this work

Overview

Paul Miracovici's 'Pești argintii' is a still life painting created around 1939.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a still life arrangement featuring silver fish with red eyes on a white cloth, accompanied by a lemon and other fruit, set against a warm brown background. The fish are the primary focus, rendered with detailed scales and skin texture.

Technique & Style

Executed in a realistic style, the work showcases meticulous attention to detail, particularly in the depiction of the fish. The fruit is also painted realistically, though with less detail than the fish.

Artist & collection

Artist

Paul Miracovici

Paul Miracovici (1906–1973) was an artist, born in Frumoasa.