Who painted Portrait of Justyna Lanckorońska?

Portrait of Justyna Lanckorońska was painted by Kazimierz Wojniakowski in 1801.

Where can I see Portrait of Justyna Lanckorońska?

Portrait of Justyna Lanckorońska is held by National Museum in Kraków.

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Artwork

Portrait of Justyna Lanckorońska

Kazimierz Wojniakowski , 1801

Portrait of Justyna Lanckorońska is an oil painting by Kazimierz Wojniakowski. It dates from 1801 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Kraków.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1801, this oil portrait presents Justyna Lanckorońska, a Polish noblewoman, rendered by Kazimierz Wojniakowski. The composition centers the sitter against a subdued gray backdrop, emphasizing her attire and accessories. The work belongs to the collection of the National Museum in Kraków, where it exemplifies early‑19th‑century Polish portraiture.

Subject & Meaning

Justyna is shown with dark, curly hair, dressed in a white gown trimmed with a black belt and gold buckle, a red shawl draped over her shoulders, and a string of pearls at her throat. The restrained elegance of her pose and the modest lighting convey the genteel ideals of femininity and social status prevalent among the Polish aristocracy of the era.

Technique & Style

Wojniakowski employs a soft chiaroscuro that models the figure, allowing light to glint off the pearls and subtly illuminate the folds of fabric. The palette is restrained, with muted tones that enhance the three‑dimensionality of the sitter. His approach reflects the sentimentalist tendency to combine refined detail with an intimate, almost contemplative atmosphere.

History & Provenance

The portrait entered the National Museum in Kraków’s holdings during the 20th century, where it has been displayed as part of the museum’s representation of Polish portraiture. Its provenance traces back to the Lanckoroński family, who commissioned the work shortly after its completion, preserving it within the family’s private collection before its transfer to the public institution.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Kazimierz Wojniakowski

Kazimierz Wojniakowski (1771/72 – 1812) was a Polish painter, illustrator, and Freemason, known primarily for his portraits in the sentimentalist style.

Museum

National Museum in Kraków

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