Who painted Hidvegi Gr. Miko Imre?

Hidvegi Gr. Miko Imre was painted by Béla Pállik.

Where can I see Hidvegi Gr. Miko Imre?

Hidvegi Gr. Miko Imre is held by Museum of Art Cluj-Napoca.

Artwork

Hidvegi Gr. Miko Imre

Hidvegi Gr. Miko Imre is an unspecified painting by Béla Pállik. It is held in the collection of the Museum of Art Cluj-Napoca. The work is a portrait painting that presents a seated male figure.

About this work

Overview

The work is a portrait painting that presents a seated male figure. He wears a dark jacket accented by a red sash and a white collar, and his hands rest calmly on his lap. The composition is set against a dark background, which isolates the sitter and emphasizes his presence.

Subject & Meaning

The sitter displays a serious expression, with his gaze directed straight toward the viewer, suggesting a sense of authority or contemplation. The inclusion of the red sash may indicate a rank or affiliation, while the white collar adds a formal, perhaps academic, tone to the portrait.

Technique & Style

The artist employs chiaroscuro, using strong contrasts of light and shadow to model the figure’s features and create a three‑dimensional effect. The illumination highlights the face and clothing, while the surrounding darkness deepens the spatial impression and draws focus to the sitter’s expression.

History & Provenance

The painting is catalogued under the title “Hidvegi Gr. Miko Imre.” No further information about its ownership history or the identity of the artist is provided in the available data.

Artist & collection

Artist

Béla Pállik

Béla Pállik (2 February 1845 – 27 July 1908) was a Hungarian artist, opera singer and theater director. He was best known for his animal paintings and was nicknamed "Birkapiktor" ("Sheep-painter").

Museum

Museum of Art Cluj-Napoca

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