TETMAJER. PAINTING - STEFANIA KRZYSZTOFOWICZ-KOZAKOWSKA

Discover the fascinating world of painting by Włodzimierz Tetmajer, one of the most outstanding artists of the Young Poland period. This unique publication, developed by Stefania Krzysztofowicz-Kozakowska, will take you on a journey through the life and work of this extraordinary painter, graphic artist, writer and folk activist.

• Richly illustrated mini-album presenting Tetmajer's most important works.
• Detailed study by Stefania Krzysztofowicz-Kozakowska.
• Insight into the life and work of the artist against the backdrop of the Young Poland era.
• Inspiration from folklore and landscape of the Bronowice near Krakow.
• Realism, color and multi-figure characteristic of his paintings.
• Sacred and patriotic themes present in his art.

Włodzimierz Tetmajer (1861-1923) is an extremely colorful and versatile figure. He studied at the Jagiellonian University and the School of Fine Arts in Krakow, as well as at foreign academies in Vienna and Munich. His education culminated in training under Jan Matejko himself. He was a co-founder of well-known artistic societies, such as the Society of Polish Artists "Sztuka" and the Society "Polska Sztuka Stosowana".

Tetmajer became famous not only for his artistic achievements, but also for his scandalous marriage to a peasant woman, Anna Mikołajczykówna. He also went down in literary history as the Host from Stanisław Wyspiański's "Wedding". His life and work are a fascinating example of the combination of art, politics and social life.

Fascinated by Polish folklore and the picturesque landscape of Bronowice near Krakow, Tetmajer mainly immortalized the inhabitants of the village, their customs and rituals. He also often portrayed his own family, creating intimate and emotional images. His works are distinguished by realism, a rich palette of colors and multi-figure, which makes them extremely attractive to the viewer.

This mini-album is an excellent proposition for all lovers of Polish art, and especially for those who want to explore the work of Włodzimierz Tetmajer. Thanks to the careful study and rich illustrative material, this publication is a valuable source of knowledge about the life and work of this outstanding artist. Let yourself be carried away into the world of Tetmajer's painting and discover the beauty hidden in Polish folklore and landscape.

Stefania Krzysztofowicz-Kozakowska, the author of the study, is a well-known art historian specializing in Polish painting. Her knowledge and passion guarantee a high substantive level of the publication.