Stańczyk | Jan Matejko | 1862

Seated alone in a dimly lit chamber, the royal jester Stańczyk appears lost in thought while a lavish court ball unfolds unnoticed behind him. His solemn expression and slumped posture transform the fool into a figure of conscience, burdened by the fate of the nation. Through rich detail and psychological depth, Jan Matejko presents Stańczyk as a powerful symbol of political anxiety, wisdom, and national mourning beneath the surface of celebration.

Frame:

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• Simple, elegant design
• Premium, fine art paper with a gently textured surface
• Handmade by specialist picture framers
• FSC certified off-white mat / window mount
• Delivered ready for hanging