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Karton do polichromii Kościoła Mariackiego - Popiersie diabła z rozwartą paszczą
Karton do polichromii Kościoła Mariackiego - Popiersie diabła z rozwartą paszczą is an unspecified painting by the Realist artist Jan Matejko. It is held in the collection of the National Museum in Kraków.
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Overview
This 1896 painting by Jan Matejko is a preparatory study for a mural in St. Mary’s Basilica, Kraków. It showcases the artist's attention to detail and expression.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a demon with a fierce expression, its face contorted and mouth open, revealing sharp teeth. The demonic figure is rendered in a realistic style, diverging from Matejko's typical historical subjects.
Technique & Style
Executed in a realistic manner, the work demonstrates Matejko's meticulous approach to form and expression. The use of shading and a neutral background highlights the demon's features, creating a dynamic and intense effect.
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Artist
Jan Alojzy Matejko (Polish pronunciation: ; also known as Jan Mateyko; 24 June 1838 – 1 November 1893) was a Polish painter, a leading 19th-century exponent of history painting, known for depicting nodal events from Polish history.
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