Artwork
Autoportret Tarasov Stavru
Autoportret Tarasov Stavru is a print by Stavru Tarasov. It dates from 1957 and is held in the collection of the Gavrilă Simion Eco-Museum Research Institute Tulcea - Art Museum.
About this work
Overview
Created in 1957 by the Russian artist Stavru Tarasov, this self‑portrait presents the artist in his later years. The work is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography, where it is displayed among other examples of mid‑twentieth‑century portraiture.
Subject & Meaning
The canvas depicts an elderly man with a white beard and mustache, dressed in a dark cap and a light‑colored shirt with a dark collar. The direct gaze and weathered facial features suggest a contemplation of age and personal identity, inviting viewers to consider the passage of time as experienced by the artist himself.
Technique & Style
Tarasov employed loose, textured brushwork that conveys a sense of immediacy. The visible strokes create a rough surface, while uneven lighting highlights portions of the face, producing a subtle chiaroscuro effect. This approach emphasizes the tactile quality of the paint and underscores the portrait’s lived‑in character.
History & Provenance
Since its completion in 1957, the self‑portrait has remained within institutional holdings, eventually entering the Museum of Ethnography’s permanent collection. The museum acquired the piece as part of its effort to document regional artistic production during the post‑war period, preserving it for scholarly study and public viewing.
Artist & collection
Artist
Stavru Tarasov painted everyday scenes in oil and sculpture—villages, riverbanks, and women weaving at looms.
Museum
Gavrilă Simion Eco-Museum Research Institute Tulcea - Art Museum
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