Artwork

Portrait of countess Konstancja Cichocka

Portrait of countess Konstancja Cichocka, by Feliks Cichocki, oil, 1900
Portrait of countess Konstancja Cichocka, by Feliks Cichocki, oil, 1900

Portrait of countess Konstancja Cichocka is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Feliks Cichocki. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.

About this work

Overview

Portrait of Countess Konstancja Cichocka is an oil painting executed by Feliks Cichocki in 1900. The work is part of the collection at the National Museum in Warsaw.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Countess Konstancja Cichocka in a contemplative pose, holding a lit candle and a small black box. Her attire includes a pale green cape over a white dress, adorned with a red sash and a golden emblem, suggesting potential honors or affiliations. Her serious expression and the symbolic objects she holds imply a narrative of solemnity or introspection.

Technique & Style

The painting utilizes chiaroscuro, a strong contrast between light and dark, to emphasize the subject's face illuminated by the candle. This technique creates a sense of depth and highlights the countess's solemn expression against a dark, nondescript background.

History & Provenance

Created in 1900 by Feliks Cichocki, the portrait has been preserved in the National Museum in Warsaw, indicating its recognized cultural or historical significance.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Feliks Cichocki

Artist

Feliks Cichocki

Feliks Cichocki (1861–1921) was an artist, born in Warsaw.