Bidspirit auction | Władysław Chmieliński (1911-1979)

Władysław Chmieliński (1911-1979) - Sleigh ride. Oil on canvas, framed. Dimensions: 18 x 25.5 cm (opening), 35.5 x 42 cm (with frame). Signed: lower right ”Wł. Chmieliński.” Condition: very good. Frame: richly decorated, gilded, classic frame. An atmospheric winter scene by Władysław Chmieliński – one of the most outstanding Polish genre painters of the 20th century. The painting depicts the moment of a sleigh ride – a dynamic composition with horses harnessed to a sleigh, rushing through a snow-covered village. The composition teems with movement, color, and light, while the distinct brushstrokes lend the whole a lively expression. Chmieliński was a master of realistic landscapes and genre scenes, often inspired by the Masovian provinces and everyday life. He conveyed the atmosphere of a bustling city and a nostalgic countryside with equal ease. The painting is in excellent condition, framed in a representative frame, ready for collector's display. Additional fees: +5% / 3% Droit de suite