Who painted Portretul lui Constantin C. Cornescu (1830 – 1900)?

Portretul lui Constantin C. Cornescu (1830 – 1900) was painted by Constantin Daniel Rosenthal in 1848.

Where can I see Portretul lui Constantin C. Cornescu (1830 – 1900)?

Portretul lui Constantin C. Cornescu (1830 – 1900) is held by National Museum of Art of Romania.

What movement is Portretul lui Constantin C. Cornescu (1830 – 1900)?

Portretul lui Constantin C. Cornescu (1830 – 1900) is associated with Biedermeier.

Artwork

Portretul lui Constantin C. Cornescu (1830 – 1900)

Constantin Daniel Rosenthal , 1848

Portretul lui Constantin C. Cornescu (1830 – 1900) is an unspecified painting by the Biedermeier artist Constantin Daniel Rosenthal. It dates from 1848 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania.

About this work

Overview

This portrait, painted by Constantin Daniel Rosenthal in 1848, is a representation of Constantin C. Cornescu.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is depicted seated at a desk, lost in thought, with a contemplative expression and a hint of sadness in his eyes, engaging the viewer directly.

Technique & Style

The painting employs chiaroscuro to create depth, focusing attention on the subject's face, and is characteristic of the Romanticism movement.

History & Provenance

The portrait was created in 1848 by Constantin Daniel Rosenthal, and represents Constantin C. Cornescu, who lived from 1830 to 1900.

Artist & collection

Artist

Constantin Daniel Rosenthal

Constantin Daniel Rosenthal (b.Rosenthal Konstantin, 1820 – July 23, 1851) was a painter and sculptor of Austrian birth and a Romanian 1848 revolutionary, best known for his portraits and his choice of Romanian Romantic nationalist…

Museum

National Museum of Art of Romania

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