Artwork
Yalta. From the journey to Crimea

Yalta. From the journey to Crimea is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Jan Ciągliński. It dates from 1897 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw. Yalta.
About this work
Overview
Yalta. From the journey to Crimea is a 1897 oil painting by Jan Ciągliński, a Polish artist active in St. Petersburg. It is a landscape view of Yalta, created during the artist's travels in Crimea.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a scenic view of Yalta through three dark arches, contrasting with the brightly lit town and sea beyond. The composition frames a picturesque landscape, inviting the viewer to gaze out at the tranquil scene.
Technique & Style
Executed in a realistic style with attention to detail, the work features muted colors dominated by shades of brown and gray. Although associated with the post-impressionist movement, the painting's realistic rendering is evident in its depiction of the arches and buildings.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the National Museum in Warsaw's collection. Created in 1897, it reflects Ciągliński's travels and artistic output during this period.
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.















