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Peasant in the “sukmana” overcoat, by Witold Pruszkowski, oil, 1881

Peasant in the “sukmana” overcoat

Witold Pruszkowski

1881

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw

Dominant colour

Overview

Peasant in the “sukmana” overcoat is a 1881 oil by Witold Pruszkowski, a Realism work, held at National Museum in Warsaw.

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

About this work

This painting shows a man dressed in traditional clothing, including a long, dark blue vest with red trim and a white shirt underneath. He wears a black hat and brown boots, and his hands are tucked into his pockets. The man's attire is detailed, with visible folds in the fabric of his vest and shirt. The background of the painting is a muted greenish-brown color, which helps the subject stand out. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up Witold Pruszkowski.

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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