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"View from Wawel" by Jan Nepomucen Głowacki

Aleksander Płonczyński

1848

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Museum in Kraków

Biedermeier Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

"View from Wawel" by Jan Nepomucen Głowacki is a 1848 oil by Aleksander Płonczyński, a Biedermeier work, held at National Museum in Kraków.

Who painted this?: Aleksander Płonczyński
When & what style?: 1848 · Biedermeier
Where can I see it?: National Museum in Kraków

About this work

This painting depicts a serene landscape with a river flowing through it, flanked by trees and buildings on either side. In the foreground, a stone wall with a red-tiled roof and a circular structure with a black railing are visible. A figure stands on a balcony, gazing out at the scene. The painting's use of warm colors and soft lighting creates a sense of tranquility, drawing the viewer's eye to the tranquil river and surrounding landscape. If you're interested in exploring more works by this artist, you can check out the art of Aleksander Płonczyński.