Portret Boligłowy z Krzesławic (1899)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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This evocative portrait, painted in 1899 by the esteemed Polish artist Leon Wyczółkowski, captures the essence of a village elder from Krzesławice. Titled "Portret Boligłowy z Krzesławic," the painting is a striking depiction of age, wisdom, and a life richly lived.The subject, an older man enveloped in a vivid red coat, is seated seemingly in a moment of profound contemplation. The rustic tones of the background complement the earthy color palette, highlighting the subject's white hair and weathered, thoughtful expression.Wyczółkowski, known for his ability to capture the character and soul of his subjects, uses swift, confident strokes to portray the texture of the man’s hair and the folds of his vibrant garment. The artist’s skill in rendering the interplay of light and shadow brings depth to the elder’s facial features, enhancing the overall sense of realism and immediacy in the portrait.This work not only embodies a moment in the life of a man but also serves as a cultural window into the rural life of 19th-century Poland, encapsulating the enduring spirit and storied past of its people.
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Leon Jan Wyczółkowski was one of the leading painters of the Young Poland movement, as well as the principal representative of Polish Realism in art of the Interbellum. From 1895 to 1911 he served as professor of the Jan Matejko Academy of Fine Arts (ASP) in Kraków, and from 1934, ASP in Warsaw. He was a founding member of the Society of Polish Artists "Sztuka" (Art, 1897).