The Golden Age in Literature in the 16th c., from the series “History of Civilization in Poland”
1894
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
1894
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
The painting is called The Golden Age in Literature in the 16th c. It's from a series about Poland's history. This series is interesting because it shows how the artist wanted to tell the story of Poland's past. The title suggests a focus on literature during a specific time period. You can learn more about the style and methods used in this painting by looking into the technique of glazing.
