River landscape
1873
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
1873
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
This painting shows a serene river landscape. The river is dark and calm, with trees and bushes lining its banks. In the distance, there are more trees and a light-colored sky. A small figure in a red hat is standing on the riverbank, holding a long pole. The brushstrokes are visible, giving the painting a textured look. The colors are muted, with shades of green, brown, and gray dominating the palette. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and atmosphere in the painting. To learn more about this technique, look up chiaroscuro.
