Portrait of Wilhelm Troszel — History & Facts
In Portrait of Wilhelm Troszel, Józef Simmler presents a detailed depiction of the subject. The painting features a somber color palette dominated by deep browns and muted greens. Wilhelm Troszel is portrayed in a formal attire, exuding a sense of dignity and seriousness.
The background is subtly rendered, allowing the viewer to focus on the figure's expression and posture. The painting is executed in oil on canvas, a medium that allows for rich texture and depth. Simmler's technique is characterized by careful brushwork that captures the nuances of light and shadow on Troszel's face. The dimensions are approximately 60 x 80 cm, making it a medium-sized portrait.
The realism in the work is evident in the lifelike representation of the subject's features. Józef Simmler was a Polish artist known for his portraits and historical scenes. This particular work, painted in the 1880s, reflects the Realism movement, emphasizing accurate representation and detail. An interesting fact about this painting is that it captures not only the likeness of Troszel but also hints at his character through the careful rendering of his expression.
Simmler's portraits often aimed to convey the personality and status of his subjects.
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Man resting on a bed
Józef Simmler

Mountain landscape
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Nude studies for the figures of Jaśko of Tęczyn and the man standing behind him for the painting ‘Queen Jadwiga’s Oath’
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Half-length figure of a boy in profile to the left
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Half-length figure of young man in a hat
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Sketch of a nude male
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Studium rzeźby ‘Wenus Medycejska’
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Study of Both Hands of the Bishop for the Painting ‘The Oath of Queen Jadwiga’
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Study of female nudes to figures of three Marys for the painting ‘Three Marys’
Józef Simmler

Nude male study to the painting ‘King David playing the harp’
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