Artwork
Portrait of Alojzy Żółkowski (father)
Portrait of Alojzy Żółkowski (father) is an oil painting by Jan Feliks Piwarski. It dates from 1820 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting, created in 1820 by Jan Feliks Piwarski, is a portrait of a man. It is held in the National Museum in Warsaw's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is depicted wearing a green jacket, white cravat, and a red ribbon around his neck. He points to something with his right hand, and despite a blurred face, appears to be smiling. The dark background emphasizes the figure.
Technique & Style
The use of oil paint gives the work a rich texture. The artist's technique results in a blurred facial representation, while other details like clothing and gesture are more defined.
History & Provenance
Jan Feliks Piwarski, a Polish painter and one of the country's earliest lithographers, created this portrait. The work is categorized as a genre portrait.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jan Feliks Piwarski (Polish pronunciation: ; 20 November 1794 – 17 December 1859) was a Polish painter, curator, writer and graphic artist; one of the earliest lithographers in Poland.
