Epitaph of Zygmunt Piwnicki
1613
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
1613
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
This painting depicts a man kneeling in prayer, dressed in a red coat and white shirt, with his hands clasped together. He is surrounded by a dark, rocky landscape with trees and bushes. Above him, a woman with long hair and a crown is holding a baby, set against a cloudy sky. In the foreground, a small book lies open on the ground, and a coat of arms is visible in the bottom-left corner. The overall mood of the painting is one of reverence and devotion. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of depth and drama, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure.
