This painting is titled "Vízparti este" ("Evening by the Water"), created in 1957 by the Hungarian artist László Bencze. The artwork is an oil painting on wood fiber (fiberboard), measuring approximately 36 x 56 cm. It captures a scene of figures gathering in a lush, green landscape near water, reflecting Bencze’s interest in figuration and idyllic genre scenes. About the Artist: László Bencze (1907–1992) Bencze was a highly influential Hungarian painter, graphic artist, and educator. Artistic Style: His work evolved through various influences, including Post-Impressionism, New Objectivity, and later, geometric and decorative abstraction. His early 1950s work often followed the spirit of socialist realism, presenting idyllic and structured genre paintings like this one. Key Themes: He frequently depicted the lives of people on the fringes of society, focusing on themes of social sensitivity, loneliness, and human interaction. Recognition: In 1952, he received the Kossuth Prize, Hungary's most prestigious state award for art and culture. Details for Collectors Technique: Oil on wood fiber/fiberboard. Signature: Typically signed by the artist, often in the lower left corner or on the reverse.