Artwork
Eisenreich, Lucas
Eisenreich, Lucas is an unspecified painting by Rudolf (czynny we Wrocławiu 1933-1947), fot. Jagusch. It dates from 1945 and is held in the collection of the Library of the Wroclaw University. This portrait print depicts Lucas Eisenreich, a notable figure in the duchy of Wrocław, in a formal bust-length representation.
About this work
Overview
This portrait print depicts Lucas Eisenreich, a notable figure in the duchy of Wrocław, in a formal bust-length representation.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, Lucas Eisenreich, held the office of staroste multiple times between 1468 and 1506. His coat of arms is displayed alongside his likeness, signifying his status and identity.
Technique & Style
The print is an iron and silver reproduction on paper, derived from an oil painting likely created in the mid-17th century. The original painting's style is not directly represented here, but comparisons can be made with other works in the museum's collection.
History & Provenance
The print is linked to a glass negative held by the National Museum in Wrocław, indicating its origin from a shared photographic source. A seal on the back references a photographer, R. Jagusch, based in Breslau.
Artist & collection
Artist
Rudolf (czynny we Wrocławiu 1933-1947), fot. Jagusch
Rudolf Jagusch worked in Wrocław between 1933 and 1947. He made photographs of city scenes and portraits during those years. His surviving prints show shopfronts, street corners, and local figures in black-and-white.…
