Miasteczko 1926

Tadeusz Makowski painted 'Miasteczko' sometime around the early 20th century with oil on canvas, a medium that really lets you play with texture. Look closely at how he’s built up the paint, especially in the roofs of the houses. It’s not about hiding the process, it’s about celebrating it. It's like he's sculpted a tiny, ramshackle town right there on the canvas. The colors are muted – mostly browns and creams, which creates a sense of warmth. My eye’s drawn to the way he’s handled the tree in the foreground. It’s not just a tree; it’s a flurry of green and brown brushstrokes, kind of like a cloud. That tree is alive, practically vibrating with energy. Makowski’s work reminds me a bit of Chaim Soutine, in the way he uses paint to create a sense of unease, but here it feels more comforting, like a memory. Art isn't about answers. It's about asking questions.