Portrait of Franciszek Mączyński 1902

"Portrait of Franciszek Mączyński" is a painting by Olga Boznanska from 1902, portraying Franciszek Mączyński, a Polish writer, in a seated pose. Boznanska, a Polish painter known for her portraits and still lifes, captures the sitter's contemplative expression through subtle brushstrokes, highlighting the play of light and shadow on his features. The muted palette emphasizes the intimacy and introspective nature of the portrait, which exemplifies the artist's artistic style that blended Impressionism with a realistic approach.