Lightrees I

I have seen a few dozen of sketches, later destroyed, exploring the theme of the tree core bristling with the thorns of dead twigs, eroded by sand and sea salt.Stanek’s sketches captivated the viewer leading him into a kind of spectral laboratory, in which all shadows and lights ever cast on the wood evoked an aura emanating from its slightly luminous surface. Moreover, all this was kept in a stark, black and white tone in order to impose on himself even greater discipline. Andrzej Wydrzyński 1959

Questions & Answers

How do contrast and harmony combine in "Lightrees I"?

The color analysis of "Lightrees I" by Zdzisław Stanek records a gentle contrast and a unified palette harmony.

Where is "Lightrees I" by Zdzisław Stanek on display today?

The original "Lightrees I" by Zdzisław Stanek is held at The Museum of Katowice History, Katowice, Poland. A reproduction allows the work to be displayed at home.

Is "Lightrees I" free of copyright?

The copyright answer for "Lightrees I" by Zdzisław Stanek: the work is still protected by copyright. This determines whether reproductions of the image may be freely made.

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About this artwork

Title: Lightrees I
Artist: Zdzisław Stanek
Year: 1960
Format: Landscape
Copyright status: Under copyright
Where to see it: The Museum of Katowice History
Color palette: Earthy
Main color: Rosy Brown