Artwork
Femeie cu coc văzută din spate
Femeie cu coc văzută din spate is an unspecified painting by Alexandru Carol Satmary. It dates from 1906 and is held in the collection of the Bucharest Municipality Museum.
About this work
Overview
Created around 1906 by Romanian artist Alexandru Carol Satmary, this oil painting depicts a solitary female figure seen from behind. The work is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography, where it is displayed among other early‑20th‑century pieces.
Subject & Meaning
The composition focuses on a woman whose hair is gathered into a smooth bun at the nape of her neck. She wears a light‑colored dress that falls loosely over one shoulder, suggesting a moment of quiet repose. The rear‑view invites contemplation of identity and presence without revealing facial expression.
Technique & Style
Satmary employs loose, gestural brushwork, especially evident in the rendering of the hair and the shadowed areas. A stark chiaroscuro contrast between the illuminated figure and the dark, indistinct background creates a sense of depth and draws attention to the contours of the shoulders and neck.
History & Provenance
The painting entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings in the early 20th century, though precise acquisition details remain limited. Its attribution to Satmary has been confirmed through stylistic analysis and archival records linking the work to his productive period circa 1906.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alexandru Carol Satmary (1870–1933) was an artist, born in Bucharest.
