Figure Studies
Death of Barbara Radziwiłł
Józef Simmler
A dramatic and emotional masterpiece capturing a moment of profound historical grief amidst opulent textures.
Catherine Jagiellon with her son Sigismund in Gripsholm Castle
Józef Simmler
1859 · Oil Paint, Canvas
This dramatic 19th-century oil sketch captures a poignant moment of historical tension with expressive brushwork and deep, moody tones.
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A grounded artwork with confident presence in a warmer tonal register — supports a polished room with depth.
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- Library · Study · Office
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- Reads best above substantial furniture or an open wall
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- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown
About the piece
Painted by Józef Simmler in 1859, this evocative oil sketch depicts Catherine Jagiellon and her son Sigismund during their confinement in Gripsholm Castle. The work showcases masterful light and shadow, with the intimate figures of the mother and child set against the watchful eyes of soldiers peering from behind a heavy curtain, creating a scene of quiet resilience.
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