Artwork
Temptation of St. Antony 2
Temptation of St. Antony 2 is a tempera painting by the Art Brut artist Stanisław Ignacy Witkiewicz. It dates from 1921 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Kraków.
About this work
Overview
Stanisław Ignacy Witkiewicz, known as Witkacy, created Temptation of St. Antony 2 in 1921 using tempera on an unspecified surface. The painting is now part of the National Museum in Kraków's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts the Temptations of Saint Anthony, showing the saint surrounded by fantastical creatures, including a red goat, scaly fish, and giant spider, as a woman with golden hair floats above him.
Technique & Style
Characterized by a chaotic, dreamlike atmosphere, the painting features clashing bright colors and a multitude of shapes and figures, exemplifying the art brut style.
History & Provenance
Witkacy, a Polish writer, painter, philosopher, and theorist, was active in the early 20th century and associated with the art brut movement.
Artist & collection
Artist
Stanisław Ignacy Witkiewicz (Polish:; 24 February 1885 – 18 September 1939), commonly known as Witkacy, was a Polish writer, painter, philosopher, theorist, playwright, novelist, and photographer active before World War I and during the…
