Jan Matejko 1862 Stanczyk Polish Jester Brooding Court Artwork Art Print
Jan Matejko’s famous 1862 Stańczyk — the red-clad jester slumped in gloom while the court revels behind him. Poland’s most iconic painting.
Description
Jan Matejko's 1862 masterpiece shows Stańczyk, the court jester of the Polish Renaissance kings, sitting alone in deep thought while a distant ball continues through the doorway. The blazing red of his motley costume against dark, sumptuous interiors gives the scene its unforgettable emotional weight. A powerful piece of Polish heritage for history lovers, and a deeply meaningful gift for anyone with Polish roots.
