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Stork's parliament, by Władysław Malecki, oil, 1874

Stork's parliament

Władysław Malecki

1874

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Museum in Kraków

Dominant colour

Overview

Stork's parliament is a 1874 oil by Władysław Malecki, a Realism work, held at National Museum in Kraków.

Who painted this?
Władysław Malecki
When & what style?
1874 · Realism
Where can I see it?
National Museum in Kraków

About this work

This painting shows a serene landscape with a flock of storks gathered near a body of water. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees, with the sun shining through the leaves. In the foreground, the storks are depicted in various poses, some standing, others flying or perched on branches. The artist's use of color and light creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. The brushstrokes are bold and expressive, adding texture and energy to the painting. The National Museum in Kraków holds this beautiful work, inviting viewers to explore the world of 19th-century Polish art.

About the artist

Portrait of Władysław Malecki
Artist

Władysław Malecki

Władysław Aleksander Malecki (3 January 1836, Masłów - 5 March 1900, Szydłowiec) was a Polish landscape painter in the Realistic style.

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