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Wawel from the Vistula Side, by Stanisław Witkiewicz, oil, 1903

Wawel from the Vistula Side

Stanisław Witkiewicz

1903

oil

panel

From the collection of National Museum in Kraków

Dominant colour

Overview

Wawel from the Vistula Side is a 1903 oil by Stanisław Witkiewicz, held at National Museum in Kraków.

Who painted this?
Stanisław Witkiewicz
When & what style?
1903
Where can I see it?
National Museum in Kraków

About this work

The painting shows a castle on a hill, with a river in the foreground. The castle has several towers and buildings, and it is surrounded by trees. The river is calm and reflects the light of the sky. In the distance, there are more buildings and trees, and the sky is a light gray color. The overall atmosphere of the painting is peaceful and serene. This painting is reminiscent of the works of Stanisław Witkiewicz, who was known for his landscapes and cityscapes.

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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