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Portrait of the artist’s father, by Piotr Michałowski, oil, 1837

Portrait of the artist’s father

Piotr Michałowski

1837

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw

Dominant colour

Overview

Portrait of the artist’s father is a 1837 oil by Piotr Michałowski, held at National Museum in Warsaw.

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

About this work

This painting is a portrait of an older man. He is shown from the chest up, facing left. The man is wearing a dark jacket over a white shirt. The background is dark. The man's face is painted with soft, gentle brushstrokes. His eyes are cast downward, and his expression is calm. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who painted this portrait, you might want to look up Piotr Michałowski.

About the artist

Portrait of Piotr Michałowski
Artist

Piotr Michałowski

Piotr Michałowski (July 2, 1800 – June 9, 1855) was a Polish painter of the Romantic period, especially known for his many portraits, and oil studies of horses.

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