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General Józef Chłopicki and Skrzynecki among soldiers, by January Suchodolski, oil, 1837

General Józef Chłopicki and Skrzynecki among soldiers

January Suchodolski

1837

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw

Dominant colour

Overview

General Józef Chłopicki and Skrzynecki among soldiers is a 1837 oil by January Suchodolski, held at National Museum in Warsaw.

Who painted this?
January Suchodolski
When & what style?
1837
Where can I see it?
National Museum in Warsaw

About this work

The painting depicts a scene of soldiers gathered around two men on horseback, with one man standing beside them. The men are dressed in military attire, and the horses are brown and white. In the foreground, a cannon is visible, and a dog is running towards the group. The background features a landscape with trees and a cloudy sky. The artist has used oil paint to create a detailed and realistic depiction of the scene. The use of color and lighting adds depth and texture to the painting, drawing the viewer's attention to the central figures. For more information on the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the works of January Suchodolski.

About the artist

Portrait of January Suchodolski
Artist

January Suchodolski

January Suchodolski (Polish: ; 19 September 1797 – 20 March 1875) was a Polish painter and Army officer, and a member of the Imperial Academy of Arts.

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