Artwork
Portrait of Wasyl Tyszkiewicz, Leliwa coat of arms (?–1571), voivode of Podlasie
Portrait of Wasyl Tyszkiewicz, Leliwa coat of arms (?–1571), voivode of Podlasie is an oil painting by Unknown. It dates from 1797 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw. This portrait is an oil painting depicting a man identified as Wasyl Tyszkiewicz, voivode of Podlasie.
About this work
Overview
This portrait is an oil painting depicting a man identified as Wasyl Tyszkiewicz, voivode of Podlasie.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is shown wearing a red shirt and black vest with gold buttons and fur trim, holding a letter and resting his left arm on a table. His attire conveys elegance, while the letter suggests importance or urgency. A coat of arms, possibly the Leliwa coat of arms, is visible in the upper right corner.
Technique & Style
The artist employed chiaroscuro to create depth and dimensionality, using a dark background to highlight the subject's features and attire.
Artist & collection
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