{"product_id":"john-i-albert-portrait-study-jan-matejko","title":"John I Albert (Portrait Study) - Jan Matejko","description":"\u003cp\u003eA focused portrait study of King John I Albert by the Polish historical painter Jan Matejko, capturing the monarch with direct, expressive brushwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait study depicts John I Albert, the King of Poland who reigned from 1492 to 1501. Jan Matejko, a painter known for his focus on Polish historical figures, produced this work as part of his extensive series documenting the monarchs of Poland. The composition focuses on the facial features and the regal attire of the sovereign, capturing a sense of individual character rather than mere ceremonial representation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject wears a dark, fur-trimmed garment and a decorative cap, typical of the period attire Matejko researched for his historical canvases. The brushwork is direct and confident, showing the artist's ability to render texture and light across the skin and fabric. The background remains neutral, which directs the viewer's attention to the expression of the monarch. Matejko often created these smaller studies to refine the likenesses of figures before incorporating them into larger, multi-figure compositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatejko was a central figure in the Polish art scene during the nineteenth century. His work often sought to remind his contemporaries of the history of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. This specific study demonstrates his technical skill in portraiture and his dedication to historical accuracy. The palette is restrained, relying on earthy tones and deep shadows to define the form of the face. By focusing on the psychological presence of the king, Matejko provides a humanised view of a historical figure often seen only in formal, stiff depictions. This print captures the nuances of the original oil painting, preserving the texture of the brushstrokes and the subtle shifts in tone that define the king's features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-gypsy-henryk-siemiradzki\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Gypsy - Henryk Siemiradzki — Henryk Siemiradzki\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bonaparte-crossing-the-alps-paul-delaroche\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBonaparte Crossing the Alps - Paul Delaroche — Paul Delaroche\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Matejko","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58345614147919,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58345616802127,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58345616834895,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58345616867663,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58345616900431,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58345616933199,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58345616965967,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58345616998735,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58345617031503,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58345617064271,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58345617097039,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58345617129807,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/John-I-Albert-Portrait-Study-_Poster_CompositorV1_1785390975666.jpg?v=1785394544","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/john-i-albert-portrait-study-jan-matejko","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}