Artwork
Portrait o f Aleksander Gierymski
Portrait o f Aleksander Gierymski is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Witold Pruszkowski. It dates from 1895 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting, created in 1895 by Witold Pruszkowski, is a portrait of the artist Aleksander Gierymski. It is a post-Impressionist work held in the National Museum in Warsaw.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Gierymski shirtless, with a long beard and mustache, his head turned to the right. His serious expression and distant gaze contribute to a somber, introspective mood.
Technique & Style
Pruszkowski's use of chiaroscuro creates depth and volume, drawing attention to the subject's face and body. The contrast between light and shadow adds drama and tension, characteristic of post-Impressionist techniques.
Artist & collection
Artist
Witold Pruszkowski Polish pronunciation: (14 January 1846, Bershad - 10 October 1896, Budapest) was a Polish painter and graphic artist in the Symbolist style.
