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Portrait of Antoni Wentzel, by Rafał Hadziewicz, oil, 1853

Portrait of Antoni Wentzel

Rafał Hadziewicz

1853

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Museum in Kraków

Dominant colour

Overview

Portrait of Antoni Wentzel is a 1853 oil by Rafał Hadziewicz, held at National Museum in Kraków.

Who painted this?
Rafał Hadziewicz
When & what style?
1853
Where can I see it?
National Museum in Kraków

About this work

This portrait depicts a man with dark hair and a beard, wearing a black coat over a white shirt and black tie. The background is a solid, dark brown color. The man's right hand is visible, resting on his chest. His gaze is directed to the right side of the image. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's attention to the subject's face and hands. To learn more about this technique, explore the world of chiaroscuro.

About the artist

Portrait of Rafał Hadziewicz
Artist

Rafał Hadziewicz

Rafał Hadziewicz (13 October 1803 – 7 September 1883) was a Polish painter; primarily of portraits and religious works, and an expert on ancient culture.

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