Who painted Cab in the Rain?

Cab in the Rain was painted by Józef Pankiewicz in 1898.

Where can I see Cab in the Rain?

Cab in the Rain is held by National Museum in Kraków.

What movement is Cab in the Rain?

Cab in the Rain is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Cab in the Rain?

Museum-quality prints of Cab in the Rain are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Cab in the Rain

Józef Pankiewicz , 1898

Cab in the Rain is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Józef Pankiewicz. It dates from 1898 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Kraków.

About this work

Overview

Józef Pankiewicz’s 1898 oil painting *Cab in the Rain* portrays a nocturnal urban scene. A horse‑drawn carriage moves along a slick, wet street illuminated by the glow of street lamps. The composition centers on the vehicle, whose dark form is defined by the horse’s head and the driver’s faint silhouette, suggesting motion through a rainy night.

Subject & Meaning

The work captures a fleeting moment of everyday life, emphasizing the quiet persistence of city traffic despite inclement weather. By focusing on the interplay of light on wet pavement, the painting conveys a mood of subdued activity, inviting viewers to contemplate the anonymity and routine of urban travel in the late‑19th century.

Technique & Style

Pankiewicz employs pronounced chiaroscuro, juxtaposing bright artificial light against deep shadows to heighten drama. Visible brushstrokes lend texture to the wet surface and atmospheric effects, while the handling of oil paint renders reflective surfaces with subtle gradations. The approach reflects his Impressionist leanings, especially in the treatment of fleeting light.

History & Provenance

Created while Pankiewicz was based in France, the painting later entered the collection of the National Museum in Kraków, where it remains on display. The artist’s career spanned both painting and graphic arts, and his time in France significantly shaped his stylistic development, as evidenced in this work.

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Artist

Józef Pankiewicz

Józef Pankiewicz (29 November 1866 – 4 July 1940) was a Polish impressionist painter, graphic artist and teacher. He spent much of his career in France.