Artwork

Copy from the self-portrait of Julian Maszyński

Copy from the self-portrait of Julian Maszyński, by Jan Owidzki, oil, 1900
Copy from the self-portrait of Julian Maszyński, by Jan Owidzki, oil, 1900

Copy from the self-portrait of Julian Maszyński is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Jan Owidzki. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, titled Copy from the self-portrait of Julian Maszyński, is the work of Jan Owidzki, created in 1900. It is a portrait held at the National Museum in Warsaw.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a man in formal attire, with a serious expression, thick mustache, and neatly combed hair. The subject is believed to be Jan Owidzki himself.

Technique & Style

The artist employed smooth brushstrokes and chiaroscuro, a technique using contrasting light and dark to create depth, resulting in soft shadows on the subject's face. The dark, plain background focuses attention on the figure.

History & Provenance

This portrait is a copy by Jan Owidzki from another painter's self-portrait, specifically that of Julian Maszyński.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jan Owidzki

Artist

Jan Owidzki

Jan Owidzki (1852–1913) was an artist, born in Lubiejew.