Artwork

Portrait of Adelajda Lesznowska 1.v. Le Brun

Portrait of Adelajda Lesznowska 1.v. Le Brun, by Jan Gładysz, oil, 1811
Portrait of Adelajda Lesznowska 1.v. Le Brun, by Jan Gładysz, oil, 1811

Portrait of Adelajda Lesznowska 1.v. Le Brun is an oil painting by the Neoclassicist artist Jan Gładysz. It dates from 1811 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, created in 1811 by Jan Gładysz, is a portrait of a woman. It is currently held at the National Museum in Warsaw.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, Adelajda Lesznowska, is depicted wearing a white dress with a blue shawl and long red earrings. Her dark, curly hair is pulled back, and she gazes directly ahead.

Technique & Style

The artist employed chiaroscuro to create depth and dimension, focusing attention on the subject's face. The solid-colored background serves to further emphasize her features.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jan Gładysz

Artist

Jan Gładysz

Jan Gładysz (1762–1830) was an artist, born in Babimost.