Portrait of Paris Maurizio
1859
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Kraków
1859
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Kraków
Portrait of Paris Maurizio is a 1859 oil by Jan Matejko, held at National Museum in Kraków.
The painting depicts a man with a receding hairline and a thin beard, dressed in a dark coat with a fur collar and a white shirt. He is shown from the waist up, with his hands resting on his lap. The man's attire and the style of the painting suggest a formal portrait from the 19th century. The use of oil paint and the attention to detail in the subject's clothing and facial features are notable aspects of the artwork. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this portrait, you might want to look up Jan Matejko.
