Artwork

Bazar

Bazar, by Amedeo Preziosi, 1868
Bazar, by Amedeo Preziosi, 1868

Bazar is a print by the Impressionist artist Amedeo Preziosi. It dates from 1868 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania.

About this work

Overview

Bazar is a painting created by Amedeo Preziosi in 1868, depicting a lively marketplace scene.

Subject & Meaning

The scene is populated by figures in colorful attire, with a central woman in a green robe drawing the viewer's attention. The gathering conveys a sense of activity and movement.

Technique & Style

Preziosi employed a range of colors to capture the atmosphere, and utilized light and shadow to add depth and texture to the scene.

Artist & collection

Artist

Amedeo Preziosi

Born in Malta, Amedeo Preziosi spent years in Romania painting the daily life and landscapes of the 19th century Orient.