Who painted Portrait of a Nobleman?

Portrait of a Nobleman was painted by Stanisław Bartus in 1855.

Where can I see Portrait of a Nobleman?

Portrait of a Nobleman is held by National Museum in Kraków.

What movement is Portrait of a Nobleman?

Portrait of a Nobleman is associated with Realism.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of a Nobleman?

Museum-quality prints of Portrait of a Nobleman are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Portrait of a Nobleman

Stanisław Bartus , 1855

Portrait of a Nobleman is an oil painting by the Realist artist Stanisław Bartus. It dates from 1855 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Kraków.

About this work

Overview

Stanisław Bartus painted the oil work known as Portrait of a Nobleman in 1855. The canvas is part of the collection of the National Museum in Kraków. The composition presents a single figure against a subdued brown backdrop, allowing the sitter’s attire and insignia to dominate the visual field.

Subject & Meaning

The man portrayed wears a black coat over a white shirt, accented with a red sash, and a blue ribbon bearing a red, star‑shaped medal with a golden centre. These elements convey a status of rank and official recognition, suggesting the sitter’s affiliation with a noble or honored class.

Technique & Style

Bartus employs a restrained palette, contrasting the dark coat and vivid red sash with the muted background. The careful modelling of facial features and the crisp rendering of the medal’s details demonstrate a realistic approach typical of mid‑nineteenth‑century portraiture, emphasizing the sitter’s dignified expression.

History & Provenance

Created in the mid‑1850s, the painting entered the holdings of the National Museum in Kraków, where it remains on display. Its acquisition reflects the museum’s effort to represent Polish portraiture of the period, preserving Bartus’s contribution to the nation’s artistic heritage.