Portrait of Franciszek Matejko by Jan Matejko. A dignified oil portrait of an elderly man with thinning grey hair, wearing a dark coat and cravat against a deep brown background.

Portrait of Franciszek Matejko

Jan Matejko

1877 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A soulful and dignified 19th-century character study capturing the wisdom and presence of an elderly gentleman.

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Where it works

A balanced artwork with steady presence in a warmer tonal register — adds structure to a more polished room.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
Placement
Works well as a centered vertical note
Walls
Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Charcoal black, Warm beige, Terracotta clay

About the piece

Painted in 1877 by Polish master Jan Matejko, this intimate portrait depicts his father, Franciszek. The work demonstrates Matejko's mastery of tonal depth and light, focusing on the expressive features and thoughtful gaze of the sitter against a warm, atmospheric background.