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Biskra – Desert (Evening), by Jan Ciągliński, unspecified, 1909

Biskra – Desert (Evening)

Jan Ciągliński

1909

unspecified

From the collection of National Museum in Kraków

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Overview

Biskra – Desert (Evening) is a 1909 unspecified by Jan Ciągliński, a Post-Impressionism work, held at National Museum in Kraków.

Who painted this?
Jan Ciągliński
When & what style?
1909 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Museum in Kraków

About this work

This painting depicts a desert landscape at evening, with a vast expanse of sandy terrain stretching out to the horizon. In the foreground, a cluster of palm trees stands out against the muted colors of the desert. The artist's use of color is subdued, with shades of beige and brown dominating the palette. The sky above is a soft pinkish hue, adding a touch of warmth to the overall scene. The painting's serene atmosphere invites the viewer to step into the tranquil world of the desert at dusk. To learn more about the artist's techniques, explore the concept of chiaroscuro.

About the artist

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Artist

Jan Ciągliński

Jan Ciągliński (Polish: ; Russian: Ян/Иван Францевич Ционглинский, romanized: Yan/Ivan Frantsevich Tsionglinskiy; 20 February 1858 – 6 January 1913) was a Polish painter, active in St.

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