The Monastery of Horezu is considered the masterpiece of the Brancovan style that influenced art across the region in the 18th and 19th century. The monastery was founded in 1690 by Prince Constantin Brancovan, who let it be adorned with wall paintings and other rich decorations. The interior work was done by the Greek artist Constantinos, who also founded an acclaimed school of painting in Horezu.The tradition of Mount Athos, which artistic creations were made possible by a system of patronag