Sigismund III Vasa

janmatejko

portrait

toned paper

charcoal drawing

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

famous-people

male-portraits

coloured pencil

underpainting

animal drawing portrait

portrait drawing

watercolour illustration

watercolor

This portrait of Sigismund III Vasa, King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania, was painted by Jan Matejko. The artist was a prominent figure in Polish art of the 19th century. He was renowned for his historical paintings that depicted crucial moments in Polish history. Matejko captured Vasa's distinguished presence in detail, highlighting his attire and facial features. The portrait depicts the king in regal garments, adorned with a lavish ruff and a wide-brimmed hat, showcasing the fashion of the period. The portrait evokes the grandeur of the monarch's reign, emphasizing his importance to Polish history.