Who painted Portrait of Michał Rola Woszczyński?

Portrait of Michał Rola Woszczyński was painted by Mikołaj Strzegocki in 1875.

Where can I see Portrait of Michał Rola Woszczyński?

Portrait of Michał Rola Woszczyński is held by National Museum in Warsaw.

What movement is Portrait of Michał Rola Woszczyński?

Portrait of Michał Rola Woszczyński is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Portrait of Michał Rola Woszczyński

Mikołaj Strzegocki , 1875

Portrait of Michał Rola Woszczyński is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Mikołaj Strzegocki. It dates from 1875 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.

About this work

Overview

Mikołaj Strzegocki’s oil portrait of Michał Rola Woszczyński, executed in 1875, is part of the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw. The work presents a formally dressed gentleman against an unadorned dark backdrop, directing the viewer’s attention to his facial expression and attire.

Subject & Meaning

The sitter, Michał Rola Woszczyński, appears as a dignified, middle‑aged man with a bald head, round face, thick mustache and a bow tie. His serious demeanor and direct gaze suggest a portrayal intended to convey personal gravitas and social standing rather than narrative content.

Technique & Style

Strzegocki employs a restrained chiaroscuro, using soft shadows beneath the chin and cheeks to model the features with subtle three‑dimensionality. The limited palette—black suit, white shirt, and muted background—enhances the contrast between light on the face and darkness behind, emphasizing the sitter’s visage.

History & Provenance

Created in the late nineteenth century, the portrait entered the National Museum in Warsaw’s holdings, where it remains on display. Its acquisition reflects the museum’s focus on Polish portraiture of the period and the artist’s role within that tradition.