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Lake with Water-Lilies, by Stanisław Witkiewicz, oil, 1901

Lake with Water-Lilies

Stanisław Witkiewicz

1901

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Museum in Kraków

Dominant colour

Overview

Lake with Water-Lilies is a 1901 oil by Stanisław Witkiewicz, a Impressionism work, held at National Museum in Kraków.

Who painted this?
Stanisław Witkiewicz
When & what style?
1901 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Museum in Kraków

About this work

This painting depicts a serene lake scene, with water-lilies floating on the surface. The surrounding landscape is lush and green, with trees and foliage visible in the background. The artist has used oil paint to create a sense of depth and texture, with visible brushstrokes adding to the overall effect. The color palette is muted, with shades of green and blue dominating the scene. The painting is a beautiful example of landscape art, inviting the viewer to step into the peaceful world it depicts. To learn more about the artist's use of light and shadow, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.

About the artist

Portrait of Stanisław Witkiewicz
Artist

Stanisław Witkiewicz

Stanisław Witkiewicz (Lithuanian: Stanislovas Vitkevičius; 8 May 1851 – 5 September 1915) was a Polish painter, art theoretician, and amateur architect, known for his creation of "Zakopane Style".

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