Who painted Portrait of a Man?

Portrait of a Man was painted by Wojciech Stattler in 1840.

Where can I see Portrait of a Man?

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

What movement is Portrait of a Man?

Portrait of a Man is associated with Biedermeier.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of a Man?

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

Artwork

Portrait of a Man

Wojciech Stattler , 1840

Portrait of a Man is an oil painting by the Biedermeier artist Wojciech Stattler. It dates from 1840 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Kraków.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1840, this oil portrait by Wojciech Stattler presents a solitary male figure rendered against a deep, muted backdrop. The work is part of the National Museum in Kraków’s collection and exemplifies the artist’s focus on intimate, realistic representation characteristic of his early nineteenth‑century practice.

Subject & Meaning

The sitter, a dark‑haired man dressed in a black jacket and scarf, gazes directly at the viewer with a neutral expression. The composition’s restrained demeanor and somber palette convey a quiet seriousness, inviting contemplation of the individual’s inner character rather than narrative drama.

Technique & Style

Stattler employs chiaroscuro, juxtaposing illuminated facial features with surrounding darkness to model volume and create depth. The precise brushwork and attention to fabric texture reflect the Biedermeier aesthetic, emphasizing meticulous detail and a modest, domestic atmosphere within the portrait.

History & Provenance

Born of Swiss aristocratic descent, the Polish Romantic painter taught at Kraków’s School of Fine Arts from 1831 onward. This portrait, produced during his early teaching years, entered the National Museum in Kraków’s holdings, where it remains displayed as a representative example of his Biedermeier‑influenced oeuvre.

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Artist

Wojciech Stattler

Wojciech Korneli Stattler or Albert Kornel Stattler (20 April 1800 – 6 November 1875) was a Polish Romantic painter of Swiss aristocratic ancestry, who started training in Vienna and at age 17 went to St.