The work of Jacek Malczewski (1854-1929) derives from the late Romantic tradition and is closely linked with the art of the Symbolists and Expressionists.

Saturated with deep and complex philosophical and psychological meaning, his works are an outstanding expression of the entire array of Polish realities and myths, referring to eternal subjects like death, patriotism, struggle for freedom and religion.

The artist achieved an exceptional Polonization of ancient mythology, by placing chimeras and fauns not only in the Polish landscape, but also within the historical and national context.

 
  Ojczyzna (The Country)

 
   Tobiasz i parki (Tobias and Fates)

  
    Pływaczki (Swimmers)

Born in 1923, Jerzy Nowosielski is one of Poland's most outstanding painters of the second half of the 20th century.

His inspiration is in icon painting, with the influence of surrealism as well as abstract and naive art.

He paints nudes, landscapes, still lives, figural scenes in interiors, and religious compositions.

 His achievements include a number of polychrome frescoes in Catholic and Orthodox churches.

   
    Zwiastowanie (the Annunciation)

 
   Akt Czerwony (Act in Red)