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May 28, 2021 · “Matejko saw his role not merely as recording great events from Polish history, but at expressing their deep inner meaning for Poles.” Through choosing to paint these events, Matejko put the history of a non-existent country on the world map.
Stańczyk (Full title: Stańczyk during a ball at the court of Queen Bona in the face of the loss of Smolensk, Polish: Stańczyk w czasie balu na dworze królowej Bony wobec straconego Smoleńska) is a painting by Jan Matejko finished in 1862.
Mar 7, 2024 · Created in 1862, Stańczyk by Jan Matejko is an oil on canvas that has established itself as an important piece of Polish art, representing a critical moment in Polish history—the loss of Smolensk during the Muscovite–Lithuanian War. The painting is widely regarded as a symbol of deep reflection and resilience.
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- 1862
- Jan Matejko (1838-1893)
- History painting
Jan Matejko will be presented as a creator fascinated primarily by the history of Poland and the entire Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, and also, which is particularly important today, the region of Central and Eastern Europe.
Jan 21, 2021 · Jan Matejko (1838–1893) is one of the most famous Polish painters. When he was in his twenties, he was twice awarded the gold medal at the World Exhibition in Paris, where his paintings hung alongside the works of Alexandre Cabanel and Jean-Léon Gérôme.
Jun 24, 2024 · Matejko’s historical painting, however, was first and foremost an answer to what was perhaps the main question asked by Poles during the Partitions: why did Poland lose its independence and disappear from the map of Europe?
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Jul 20, 2023 · Uncover the hidden narratives within Jan Matejko’s ‘Stańczyk’ as we delve into history, symbolism, and profound emotions. Join our journey through artistry and explore the enduring significance of this masterpiece, a symbol of resilience and defiance.