Artwork

Portret damy

Portret damy, by Kazimierz Wojniakowski, oil, 1800
Portret damy, by Kazimierz Wojniakowski, oil, 1800

Portret damy is an oil painting by Kazimierz Wojniakowski. It dates from 1800 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Kraków.

About this work

Overview

Portret damy is an oil painting created by Kazimierz Wojniakowski in 1800. It is an oval portrait held in the National Museum in Kraków's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a woman in a red dress with black trim and a white headscarf, conveying quiet elegance and refinement. Her downward gaze and subtle facial features contribute to the serene atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Wojniakowski employed chiaroscuro to create depth and dimensionality in the painting. Smooth and subtle brushstrokes characterize the work, executed in the sentimentalist style.

History & Provenance

Kazimierz Wojniakowski, a Polish painter and illustrator, was active in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. His work is recognized for its portraiture, and this painting is a representative example.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Kazimierz Wojniakowski

Artist

Kazimierz Wojniakowski

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