Jacek Malczewski

Jacek Malczewski

Polish painter (1854–1929)

Died aged 75CancerPoland

Biography

Jacek Malczewski (Polish: [ˈjat͡sɛk malˈt͡ʂɛfskʲi] ; 15 July 1854 – 8 October 1929) was a Polish symbolist painter who was one of the central figures of the patriotic Young Poland movement.

His works combined the predominant style of his time with historical motifs of Polish martyrdom, the romantic aspiration for national independence, Christian and Greek mythology, folk tales, and his love of the natural world.

He was the father of painter Rafał Malczewski.

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Career highlights

Career & roles

  • rector

Employers / organisations

  • Jan Matejko Academy of Fine Arts in Krakow

Notable works

  • Polish Hamlet. Portrait of Aleksander Wielopolski

Family

Spouse(s)
Maria Gralewska
Parents
Julian Malczewski

Awards & honours (2)

  • Commander with Star of the Order of Polonia Restituta
  • Officer of the Order of Polonia Restituta

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Jacek Malczewski died on October 8, 1929 at the age of 75.
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Jacek Malczewski was born on July 15, 1854.
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According to Wikidata, Jacek Malczewski's spouse is or was Maria Gralewska.
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