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Portret Stefana Batorego (1533-1586), króla Polski

Unknown

1893

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Museum in Kraków

Realism Late 19th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

Portret Stefana Batorego (1533-1586), króla Polski is a 1893 oil by Unknown, a Realism work, held at National Museum in Kraków.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1893 · Realism
Where can I see it?: National Museum in Kraków

About this work

The painting is an oval portrait of a man with a dark beard and mustache, wearing a red jacket with black trim and a tall black hat adorned with a gold ornament. The background is dark, which highlights the subject's face and clothing. The man's attire suggests a formal or ceremonial setting, and the gold ornament on his hat adds a touch of luxury. The dark background creates a sense of depth and focus on the subject. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a dramatic effect, emphasizing the subject's features and attire. If you're interested in learning more about this technique, look up chiaroscuro.