Who painted Portrait of Augustyn Minasowicz, painter's father?

Portrait of Augustyn Minasowicz, painter's father was painted by Jan Minasowicz in 1827.

Where can I see Portrait of Augustyn Minasowicz, painter's father?

Portrait of Augustyn Minasowicz, painter's father is held by National Museum in Warsaw.

What movement is Portrait of Augustyn Minasowicz, painter's father?

Portrait of Augustyn Minasowicz, painter's father is associated with Biedermeier.

Artwork

Portrait of Augustyn Minasowicz, painter's father

Jan Minasowicz , 1827

Portrait of Augustyn Minasowicz, painter's father is an oil painting by the Biedermeier artist Jan Minasowicz. It dates from 1827 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.

About this work

Overview

Jan Minasowicz’s 1827 oil portrait depicts his father, Augustyn Minasowicz, in a seated pose. The work is part of the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw and presents a mature gentleman in a dignified stance, rendered with a restrained palette that emphasizes the subject’s facial features and attire.

Subject & Meaning

The sitter, Augustyn Minasowicz, appears in his sixties, his white hair neatly arranged and his expression solemn. He is shown holding a small object in his right hand, a detail that hints at personal or professional significance, while his military‑style uniform suggests a background of service or rank.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil, the portrait displays a smooth, controlled brushwork especially evident in the rendering of the dark blue coat with its red and white embroidered trim. The artist’s handling of skin tones and fabric folds is precise, and the plain, dark backdrop isolates the figure, drawing attention to the richness of the clothing and the sitter’s visage.

History & Provenance

Created by Jan Minasowicz as a filial tribute, the painting entered the National Museum in Warsaw’s holdings, where it remains on display. Its provenance traces directly to the artist’s family, reflecting a personal commission rather than a public commission.

Context

The portrait belongs to an early‑19th‑century Polish tradition of intimate family portraiture, where sons often recorded the likenesses of their fathers. The military‑inspired attire aligns with contemporary fashions among the Polish gentry, who frequently adopted uniform elements as symbols of status.