Allegory of Poland
1894
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Museum in Kraków
About the artist
Artist
Stanisław Bieńkiewicz
Stanisław Bieńkiewicz (1855–1930) was an artist.
See the richer artist page1894
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Museum in Kraków
Allegory of Poland is a 1894 oil by Stanisław Bieńkiewicz, held at National Museum in Kraków.
This painting, "Allegory of Poland," features a woman dressed in a red robe with a white sash, holding a cross in her right hand and a flag in her left. She wears a crown and stands on a pedestal, surrounded by two smaller figures. The background is a map, with the words "MORZE BAŁTYCKIE" written across the top. The woman's attire and accessories suggest a strong sense of national pride and identity. The map behind her may represent the country's geography and history. To learn more about the artist's use of symbolism and national themes, explore the work of Stanisław Bieńkiewicz.
Stanisław Bieńkiewicz (1855–1930) was an artist.
See the richer artist pageYour cart is empty
Explore artworks →
