Who painted Study of Christ for the painting “Pool of Siloam”?

Study of Christ for the painting “Pool of Siloam” was painted by Jan Ciągliński in 1893.

Where can I see Study of Christ for the painting “Pool of Siloam”?

Study of Christ for the painting “Pool of Siloam” is held by National Museum in Warsaw.

What movement is Study of Christ for the painting “Pool of Siloam”?

Study of Christ for the painting “Pool of Siloam” is associated with Post-Impressionism.

Artwork

Study of Christ for the painting “Pool of Siloam”

Jan Ciągliński , 1893

Study of Christ for the painting “Pool of Siloam” is an unspecified painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Jan Ciągliński. It dates from 1893 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.

About this work

Overview

Study of Christ for the painting “Pool of Siloam” is a 1893 painting by Jan Ciągliński, a Polish artist associated with early Russian Impressionism.

Subject & Meaning

The work depicts a figure, likely Jesus Christ, in a white robe, centered and turned slightly to the right. The simplicity of the composition and the focus on the figure suggest a preparatory study for a larger religious scene.

Technique & Style

Ciągliński's use of chiaroscuro and rough brushstrokes creates a sense of depth and volume, characteristic of his Impressionist style. The lack of detail in the muted gray-brown background further emphasizes the central figure.

History & Provenance

The painting is part of the National Museum in Warsaw's collection. It was created as a study for a larger composition, “Pool of Siloam”.

Artist & collection

Artist

Jan Ciągliński

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.