Who painted Portrait of Kazimierz Grocholski?

Portrait of Kazimierz Grocholski was painted by Wilhelm Leopolski in 1890.

Where can I see Portrait of Kazimierz Grocholski?

Portrait of Kazimierz Grocholski is held by National Museum in Kraków.

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

Artwork

Portrait of Kazimierz Grocholski

Wilhelm Leopolski , 1890

Portrait of Kazimierz Grocholski is an oil painting by Wilhelm Leopolski. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Kraków.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1890, this oil-on-canvas portrait depicts Kazimierz Grocholski, a Polish gentleman, rendered by Wilhelm Leopolski (1828‑1892). The painting belongs to the traditional portrait genre and is part of the National Museum in Kraków’s collection, representing Leopolski’s mature period.

Subject & Meaning

The sitter is shown seated in a red chair, dressed in a dark suit with gold‑buttoned details and a coordinating belt, suggesting a formal, perhaps professional, context. The composition focuses on his composed expression, inviting contemplation of his social standing and personal character within a restrained, dignified setting.

Technique & Style

Leopolski employs chiaroscuro to model the figure, illuminating the face while the surrounding space recedes into shadow. The gradual lightening of the dark background toward the top adds depth, and the careful rendering of textures—fabric, metal buttons, and the chair’s upholstery—demonstrates his command of realistic detail.

History & Provenance

After its completion, the portrait entered the holdings of the National Museum in Kraków, where it remains on display. The work reflects Leopolski’s late‑career output and contributes to the museum’s representation of 19th‑century Polish portraiture.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Wilhelm Leopolski

Wilhelm Leopolski (also Wilhelm Postel de Leopolski, Wilhelm Postel Edler von Leopolski) (May 5, 1828, in Drohobych – January 29, 1892, in Vienna) was a Polish painter.

Museum

National Museum in Kraków

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