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Dispersion of nations, by Henryk Pillati, oil, 1857

Dispersion of nations

Henryk Pillati

1857

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw

Dominant colour

Overview

Dispersion of nations is a 1857 oil by Henryk Pillati, a Realism work, held at National Museum in Warsaw.

Who painted this?
Henryk Pillati
When & what style?
1857 · Realism
Where can I see it?
National Museum in Warsaw

About this work

This painting, titled "Dispersion of nations," features a diverse group of people and creatures, including humans, angels, and animals. The scene is set against a backdrop of a cityscape and a cloudy sky with a mix of blue, pink, and gray hues. In the foreground, a man in a red shirt stands out among the crowd, while a woman in a white dress is depicted in the background. The artist's use of oil paint creates a sense of depth and texture in the painting. The National Museum in Warsaw holds this artwork, offering a glimpse into the artistic style and themes of the time. For more on the techniques used in this piece, explore the world of chiaroscuro.

About the artist

Portrait of Henryk Pillati
Artist

Henryk Pillati

Henryk Pillati (19 January 1832 – 16 April 1894) was a Polish illustrator, caricaturist and history painter, in the Classical style.

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