Artwork

Icoacu c

Icoacu c, by Unknown, 1850
Icoacu c, by Unknown, 1850

Icoacu c is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the "Dimitrie Gusti" National Village Museum.

About this work

Overview

Icoacu c is a drawing on a rough, uneven surface, likely made from natural materials such as bark. The image has faded to a brownish hue and exhibits signs of wear and handling.

Technique & Style

The title 'Icoacu c' is rendered in a rough, uneven style, suggesting haste or a non-traditional approach to writing. The drawing itself is characterized by faint lines and dark smudges, indicating a possible degradation of the original image over time.

Context

The use of natural materials for the paper and the drawing's overall appearance suggest a non-Western or indigenous origin. The presence of a barely visible 'M' in the top left corner may indicate a later annotation or cataloging.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known