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King Stanisław August Poniatowski in Petersburg

Jan Czesław Moniuszko

1890

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw

Dominant colour

King Stanisław August Poniatowski in Petersburg is a 1890 oil by Jan Czesław Moniuszko, held at National Museum in Warsaw.

Who painted this?: Jan Czesław Moniuszko
When & what style?: 1890
Where can I see it?: National Museum in Warsaw

About this work

This painting depicts a man sitting in a lavish room, surrounded by ornate furnishings and artwork. He is dressed in formal attire, with a white wig and a blue sash draped over his shoulder. To his right stands another man, wearing a red robe with gold accents, holding a tray with a bottle and glasses. The room is filled with opulent details, including a large mirror, a clock, and a painting on an easel. The atmosphere suggests a moment of leisure or celebration. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and drama, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure.