Derwid 1902

Jacek Malczewski's 1902 painting "Derwid" depicts a solitary, aged figure with flowing white hair and a long beard, set against a backdrop of a golden field and distant hills. The figure's expressive face and outstretched hands suggest a sense of yearning or contemplation. "Derwid" is a powerful example of symbolism in Polish painting, often interpreted as representing the search for meaning and the complexities of human existence. The use of light and color evoke a sense of spiritual longing and the passage of time.