Students’ pranks
1892
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
1892
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
This painting depicts two boys in a room, one wearing a dark blue uniform and cap, the other in a black suit. The boy in the uniform is pushing the other against a wall, while the boy in the suit holds a book and appears to be trying to protect himself. The room is dimly lit, with a wooden floor and a coat hanging on the wall. The overall atmosphere suggests a playful yet slightly aggressive interaction between the two boys. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, you can explore the technique further.
