Władysław Podkowiński pseud. Andrzej Ansgary (born on 4 February 1866 in Warsaw, died on 5 January 1895) is one of the first Polish representatives of Expressionism. He began his artistic education at the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw, and spent several years in Paris learning the art of the intricate art of brushing. Although at the beginning of his artistic path he was close to impressionism, at the end of his life (probably as a result of traumatic experiences and an incurable illness) he became interested in symbolism and created within it until the end of his days.
Podkowiński also created for the most important illustrated magazines in Warsaw, he also illustrated books and calendars.
Extreme poverty and the constant financial problems in which the artist lived led to his premature death at the age of 29. He died of severe lung failure.
Selected works: Elevation rampage, Portrait of Wincentyna Korska, Nowy Świat Street in Warsaw on a summer day, Nowy Świat Street in Warsaw on a winter day.
Wladyslaw Podkowinski, being one of the distinguished representatives of Impressionism, gained recognition for his unique ability to capture the essence of the moment without unnecessary detail. His works, full of dynamism and emotion, reflect the artist's commitment to exploring and developing Impressionist ideas. Painting primarily outdoors, Wladyslaw Podkowinski masterfully depicted changing light and its impact on colour, making his paintings highly valued among collectors and art critics.
Impressionism, which emerged in the 19th century in France, revolutionized the art world by rejecting traditional techniques in favour of a more direct, spontaneous expression. Characterized by light brush strokes and bright, vivid colours, Impressionism focuses on capturing fleeting impressions and subtle changes in light and colour. Artists of this era experimented with new painting techniques that allowed them to capture ephemeral moments from everyday life, which continues to inspire art lovers to this day.
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