The artwork, titled “Louis Zelenski,” was created by the artist Jacek Malczewski in 1912. It belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and is a portrait.
In the artwork, Jacek Malczewski masterfully portrays a man seated in a relaxed position, his left hand elegantly supporting his chin while his right hand rests leisurely on his knee. The subject is dressed in a formal suit, indicative of early 20th-century style, with a polished and composed demeanor, enhanced by his well-groomed mustache and beard. Behind him, the background reveals a serene, pastoral scene with a group of mounted figures in the distance, possibly alluding to a narrative beyond the formal portrait. The color palette is both rich and subdued, blending earthy tones with subtle highlights, characteristic of the Art Nouveau style.
