Artwork

Portrait of Antoni Boniecki, sub-judge in the region of Chełm

Portrait of Antoni Boniecki, sub-judge in the region of Chełm, by Karol Miller, oil, 1872
Portrait of Antoni Boniecki, sub-judge in the region of Chełm, by Karol Miller, oil, 1872

Portrait of Antoni Boniecki, sub-judge in the region of Chełm is an oil painting by the Realist artist Karol Miller. It dates from 1872 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, created by Karol Miller in 1872, is a portrait of Antoni Boniecki, a sub-judge from the Chełm region. It is part of the National Museum's collection in Warsaw.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is depicted from the chest up, wearing a black shirt and red cape, with a neutral expression. His attire and role as a sub-judge suggest a connection to the nobility or officialdom.

Technique & Style

The painting is executed in a realistic style, with detailed rendering of the subject's facial features and clothing. The use of chiaroscuro is evident, with a dark background that focuses attention on the subject.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Karol Miller

Artist

Karol Miller

Karol Miller (1835–1920) was an artist, born in Częstochowa.