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Dusk, by Witold Pruszkowski, oil, 1881

Dusk

Witold Pruszkowski

1881

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Museum in Kraków

Dominant colour

Overview

Dusk is a 1881 oil by Witold Pruszkowski, held at National Museum in Kraków.

Who painted this?
Witold Pruszkowski
When & what style?
1881
Where can I see it?
National Museum in Kraków

About this work

This painting depicts a serene landscape at dusk, with a few trees and bushes in the foreground. The sky above is a soft, muted color, gradually darkening towards the top of the canvas. In the distance, a small cluster of buildings can be seen, adding a sense of depth and context to the scene. The overall atmosphere is one of peacefulness and tranquility, inviting the viewer to step into the calm world of the painting. To learn more about the artist's use of light and shadow, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.

About the artist

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Artist

Witold Pruszkowski

Witold Pruszkowski Polish pronunciation: (14 January 1846, Bershad - 10 October 1896, Budapest) was a Polish painter and graphic artist in the Symbolist style.

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