Portrait of the Lafontaine family, Leopold (1756–1812), surgeon, with his wife Teresa née Korneli (1768–1827) and daughters, Zofia (?–1831) and Wiktoria (1800–1849)

Executed in oil paint, the work features muted color tones with accents of red in Teresa’s hat and Zofia’s sleeves, set against a dark, shadowy background. This contrast enhances the subjects’ prominence and contributes to the painting’s intimate feel.

The painting’s history prior to its current location is not detailed here, but it is now part of the collection at the National Museum in Warsaw, where similar works can be found.

Created in a period (late 18th to early 19th century, based on the subjects’ lifespans) when family portraits were a staple of middle-class and aristocratic life, this work reflects the traditional practice of commissioning artworks to document family unity and status.

While specific impact or influence of this portrait on art history is not outlined, it remains a valued example of family portraiture from its era, preserved for public viewing at the National Museum in Warsaw.