Who painted Picking mushrooms?

Picking mushrooms was painted by Franciszek Kostrzewski in 1862.

Where can I see Picking mushrooms?

Picking mushrooms is held by National Museum in Warsaw.

What movement is Picking mushrooms?

Picking mushrooms is associated with Realism.

Artwork

Picking mushrooms

Franciszek Kostrzewski , 1862

Picking mushrooms is an oil painting by the Realist artist Franciszek Kostrzewski. It dates from 1862 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.

About this work

Overview

Franciszek Kostrzewski's 1862 oil painting, 'Picking mushrooms', is a representative work of the Realism movement, held in the National Museum in Warsaw.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene scene of a man, woman, and child gathering mushrooms in a natural landscape, with a distant castle atop a rock formation, evoking a sense of peaceful everyday life.

Technique & Style

Executed in muted colors, predominantly greens and browns, the work showcases Kostrzewski's realistic style, capturing the details of the figures' old-fashioned clothing and the surrounding landscape.

History & Provenance

Created by Polish artist Franciszek Kostrzewski, known for his work in illustration, caricature, and painting, 'Picking mushrooms' has been part of the National Museum in Warsaw's collection since its creation.

Artist & collection

Artist

Franciszek Kostrzewski

Franciszek Kostrzewski (19 April 1826 – 30 September 1911) was a Polish illustrator, cartoonist, caricaturist, comics artist and painter in the Realistic style.