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Portrait of Dr Feliks Sommer

Bronisław Wiśniewski

1898

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Museum in Kraków

Late 19th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

Portrait of Dr Feliks Sommer is a 1898 oil by Bronisław Wiśniewski, held at National Museum in Kraków.

Who painted this?: Bronisław Wiśniewski
When & what style?: 1898
Where can I see it?: National Museum in Kraków

About this work

The painting depicts a man in a black coat with a white collar and cuffs, set against a dark red background. His dark hair is slicked back, and he has a mustache. The man's right arm is bent at the elbow, with his hand resting on his hip. The man's attire and the style of the painting suggest a formal portrait from the late 19th century. The dark background and the use of chiaroscuro create a sense of depth and dimensionality. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up the technique.