Artwork
Alleyway in the port by the harbour. From the journey to Constantinople
Alleyway in the port by the harbour. From the journey to Constantinople is an unspecified painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Jan Ciągliński. It dates from 1897 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw. Alleyway in the port by the harbour.
About this work
Overview
Alleyway in the port by the harbour. From the journey to Constantinople is a 1897 painting by Jan Ciągliński, a Polish artist active in St. Petersburg.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a tranquil alleyway scene near a harbour, with strolling figures, buildings, and a distant sea view. Warm tones dominate the palette, capturing the atmosphere of the location.
Technique & Style
Ciągliński employed chiaroscuro to create depth and texture, using strong light and dark contrasts to add drama to the scene. The work is associated with post-impressionism and is considered one of the early examples of Russian Impressionism.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held in the National Museum in Warsaw, created during Ciągliński's journey to Constantinople in 1897.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jan Ciągliński (Polish: ; Russian: Ян/Иван Францевич Ционглинский, romanized: Yan/Ivan Frantsevich Tsionglinskiy; 20 February 1858 – 6 January 1913) was a Polish painter, active in St.
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