1872
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Museum in Kraków
Girl in the Kitchen is a 1872 oil by Aleksander Kotsis, held at National Museum in Kraków.
The painting depicts a young girl standing in a kitchen, wearing a headscarf and a long dress. The room is dimly lit, with shadows cast on the walls. The girl's face is blurred, and her eyes are cast downward. In the background, there are hints of kitchen utensils and a fireplace, but they are not clearly defined. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet contemplation, with the girl lost in thought. This painting is reminiscent of the works of Aleksander Kotsis, who was known for his use of chiaroscuro to create dramatic lighting effects.
Aleksander Kotsis (30 May 1836 – 7 August 1877) was a Polish painter. He created landscapes, portraits, and genre scenes in a combination Romantic and Realistic style. Most of his paintings are small. He was born and died in Kraków.
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