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Polish historical painters – the curious case of Jan Alojzy Matejko (1838-1893) – Part I

Today we will talk about the curious case of Jan Alojzy Matejko, Poland’s oil on canvas historical painter. While recognized as a national artist in Poland, Matejko was subject to lifetime censure by the Russian empire due to his Polish revival themes. He was not just an artist. He was a true Polish patriot and … Continue reading Polish historical painters – the curious case of Jan Alojzy Matejko (1838-1893) – Part I →

The Last Days of Pompeii

Karl Bryullov (1799-1852) Karl Bryullov was born in the last year of the 18th century in Sankt Petersburg, Russian Empire, as Charles Bruleau. Although a Russian by birth, Bryullov’s artistic mind, which he inherited from his Huguenot academician father, was attracted to Italy and Europe. The young aspiring painter attended the Imperial Academy of Arts … Continue reading The Last Days of Pompeii →