Artwork

Odaia prizonierilor

Odaia prizonierilor, by Nicolae Tonitza, 1923
Odaia prizonierilor, by Nicolae Tonitza, 1923

Odaia prizonierilor is a print by Nicolae Tonitza. It dates from 1923 and is held in the collection of the Colecție particulară - București.

About this work

Overview

Odaia prizonierilor is a work by Nicolae Tonitza, created around 1923. It is a print held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts two figures lying on rough ground, wrapped in blankets, conveying a sense of hardship. The rough stone wall and simple clothing reinforce this interpretation.

Technique & Style

The work features thick paint in certain areas, creating a textured effect. The dominant colors are browns, whites, and muted greens, contributing to a worn appearance.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Nicolae Tonitza

Artist

Nicolae Tonitza

Nicolae Tonitza was a Romanian painter, engraver, lithographer, journalist and art critic. Drawing inspiration from Post-Impressionism and Expressionism, he had a major role in introducing modernist guidelines to local art.