Who painted Woman in the Window?

Woman in the Window was painted by Kazimierz Mirecki in 1890.

Where can I see Woman in the Window?

Woman in the Window is held by National Museum in Kraków.

What movement is Woman in the Window?

Woman in the Window is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Woman in the Window?

Museum-quality prints of Woman in the Window are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Woman in the Window

Kazimierz Mirecki , 1890

Woman in the Window is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Kazimierz Mirecki. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Kraków.

About this work

Overview

Kazimierz Mirecki’s oil painting Woman in the Window, executed in 1890, is part of the collection of the National Museum in Kraków. The work depicts a seated female figure framed by a window opening, rendered in a modestly sized canvas typical of late‑19th‑century portraiture.

Subject & Meaning

The central figure is a woman in a white dress accented by a bright belt and jewelry, holding a small red object attached to a blue ribbon. Flanking her on the windowsill are two birds—a black bird on the left and a white bird on the right—introducing a subtle natural element that balances the domestic interior.

Technique & Style

Mirecki employs oil on canvas with a smooth, controlled brushwork that emphasizes the luminous quality of the woman’s garment and the delicate textures of the birds’ feathers. The palette contrasts the crisp white of the dress with vivid accents, while the surrounding light suggests an interior illuminated by daylight.

History & Provenance

Created in 1890, the painting entered the National Museum in Kraków’s holdings, where it remains on display. Its provenance traces directly to the museum’s acquisition records, confirming its status as a representative work of Mirecki’s late‑career output.