Artwork
Self-Portrait at the Easel
Self-Portrait at the Easel is an oil painting by Henryk Rodakowski. It dates from 1858 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Kraków.
About this work
Overview
Self-Portrait at the Easel is an oil painting created by Henryk Rodakowski in 1858. It is a representation of the artist himself.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Rodakowski standing in a dimly lit room, holding a paintbrush. The scene conveys the artist at work, with an empty canvas on the easel behind him, suggesting a moment of pause or the start of a new piece.
Technique & Style
The use of chiaroscuro, a strong contrast between light and dark, creates depth in the painting. Light falls primarily on Rodakowski's face and hands, while the surrounding environment is shrouded in shadow, emphasizing the artist's presence.
History & Provenance
The painting is held at the National Museum in Kraków.
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Artist & collection
Self-portrait
Aimable-Jean-Jacques Pélissier, Duke of Malakoff, Marshal of France
Portrait of Maksymilian Rodakowski, artist’s brother
Portrait of artist's aunt, sketch
Portrait of Babetta Singer, artist’s aunt
Portrait of Paweł Rodakowski, artist’s father
Sketches of a mummy and hands – Studies for “Allegory of Science”
Portrait of a Man
