Sketch for the painting “Wernyhora”
1875
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
1875
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
This painting is a sketch for "Wernyhora" by Jan Matejko, created in 1875. It's an oil-on-canvas work held at the National Museum in Warsaw. The scene depicts a man in the center, possibly Wernyhora, with his right arm raised and his left hand on his forehead. He wears a white shirt and brown pants, and has a long brown beard. In the background, there are other people and a full moon shining through the clouds. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a dramatic effect, with the moonlight casting shadows on the figures. The brushstrokes are visible, giving the painting a textured look. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look into the technique of chiaroscuro.
