Playing for a garment
1884
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
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Julian Maszyński
Julian Maszyński (1847–1901) was an artist, born in Warsaw.
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oil
canvas
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
Playing for a garment is a 1884 oil by Julian Maszyński, held at National Museum in Warsaw.
This painting shows four men in a room, engaged in a game. One man is sitting on a bench, while another is standing behind him. The two other men are on the right side of the image, with one leaning over a table and the other holding up a garment. The men are dressed in old-fashioned clothing, and the room appears to be dimly lit. The atmosphere seems tense, as if the men are competing in the game. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of drama and highlights the emotions of the men. This technique is also used by Julian Maszyński, an artist known for his expressive and detailed paintings.
Julian Maszyński (1847–1901) was an artist, born in Warsaw.
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