Who painted Portrait of Teofila Radziwiłł as Hebe?

Portrait of Teofila Radziwiłł as Hebe was painted by Józef Peszka in 1809.

Where can I see Portrait of Teofila Radziwiłł as Hebe?

Portrait of Teofila Radziwiłł as Hebe is held by National Museum in Kraków.

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Artwork

Portrait of Teofila Radziwiłł as Hebe

Józef Peszka , 1809

Portrait of Teofila Radziwiłł as Hebe is an oil painting by Józef Peszka. It dates from 1809 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Kraków.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of Teofila Radziwiłł as Hebe is an oil painting created by Polish artist Józef Peszka around 1809. It is part of the National Museum in Kraków's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts Teofila Radziwiłł as Hebe, the Greek goddess of youth, sitting on the ground with a jug and bowl, from which a large bird drinks. The serene scene evokes a sense of calm, with the subject lost in her own world.

Technique & Style

Peszka's use of chiaroscuro and impasto techniques is evident in the painting, which features strong contrasts between light and dark, and textured brushstrokes. The elegant draping of the subject's dress and her styled updo add to the work's classical feel.

History & Provenance

The painting was created by Józef Peszka, a Polish painter and art professor known for his portraits and watercolor landscapes. It is now held in the National Museum in Kraków.