Artwork

Street in the southern city. From the journey to Constantinople

Street in the southern city. From the journey to Constantinople, by Jan Ciągliński, unspecified, 1897
Street in the southern city. From the journey to Constantinople, by Jan Ciągliński, unspecified, 1897

Street in the southern city. From the journey to Constantinople is an unspecified painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Jan Ciągliński. It dates from 1897 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw. Street in the southern city.

About this work

Overview

Street in the southern city. From the journey to Constantinople is a 1897 painting by Jan Ciągliński, a Polish artist active in St. Petersburg. The work is a post-impressionist depiction of an urban scene, now held in the National Museum in Warsaw.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows a street in a southern city, with a large building on the left and a smaller one on the right. Two figures are present in the foreground, one seated near an arched doorway and the other standing farther away, creating a sense of quiet contemplation.

Technique & Style

The scene is characterized by muted colors and a clear blue sky, which adds depth and atmosphere. The use of chiaroscuro is notable, with the contrast between light and shadow contributing to the overall mood. The style is reminiscent of post-impressionist explorations of light and color.

In front of a house. From the journey to Constantinople
In front of a house. From the journey to Constantinople, Jan Ciągliński

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jan Ciągliński

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.

Frequently asked questions

Who painted Street in the southern city. From the journey to Constantinople?

Street in the southern city. From the journey to Constantinople was painted by Jan Ciągliński in 1897.

Where can I see Street in the southern city. From the journey to Constantinople?

Street in the southern city. From the journey to Constantinople is held by National Museum in Warsaw.

What movement is Street in the southern city. From the journey to Constantinople?

Street in the southern city. From the journey to Constantinople is associated with Post-Impressionism.