Artwork
Wilanów
Wilanów is an oil painting by Kazimierz Mirecki. It dates from 1892 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Kraków.
About this work
Overview
Kazimierz Mirecki’s oil on canvas, titled Wilanów, was completed in 1892. The work depicts a scene associated with the historic Wilanów estate, rendered in the artist’s characteristic approach to landscape and architecture. Currently, the painting forms part of the collection of the National Museum in Kraków, where it is displayed among other 19th‑century Polish works.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, the composition demonstrates Mirecki’s handling of light and atmospheric effects, typical of late‑19th‑century Polish painting. The brushwork balances fine detail in architectural elements with broader, more fluid strokes for surrounding foliage, creating a sense of depth while preserving a measured, realistic tone.
History & Provenance
Since its creation in 1892, Wilanów has remained within Polish public collections, eventually entering the National Museum in Kraków’s holdings. The museum acquired the piece as part of its effort to preserve representative works of Mirecki and to document visual interpretations of notable Polish landmarks.
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Artist & collection
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