Artwork

Portrait of Julia Simmler, artist's daughter

Portrait of Julia Simmler, artist's daughter, by Józef Simmler, oil, 1864
Portrait of Julia Simmler, artist's daughter, by Józef Simmler, oil, 1864

Portrait of Julia Simmler, artist's daughter is an oil painting by the Realist artist Józef Simmler. It dates from 1864 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.

About this work

Overview

This 1864 oil painting by Józef Simmler depicts his daughter Julia. It is a representative work of the realism movement and is held in the National Museum in Warsaw.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait shows Julia, a young girl with light brown hair and light eyes, wearing a simple dark dress with a white collar. Her face is turned slightly to the side, and the plain dark background emphasizes her presence.

Technique & Style

Simmler used soft, blended brushstrokes to render Julia's skin and clothing, creating a lifelike effect. The treatment of her hair is particularly detailed, giving it a three-dimensional appearance. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth to the portrait.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Józef Simmler

Artist

Józef Simmler

Józef Simmler (March 14, 1823, in Warsaw – March 1, 1868, in Warsaw) was a Polish painter known for his classical style and his Polish subjects.