The painting is a copy of one of the most recognizable works of Polish historical painting— “Józef Piłsudski on Kasztanka” —by Wojciech Kossak, dated 1928. The composition depicts Marshal Józef Piłsudski on his favorite mare, Kasztanka, dressed in his characteristic gray uniform, against a backdrop of heathland and military units.
The work was executed in oil on canvas and is signed “K. Mueller” in the lower left corner . It is a faithful reproduction of Kossak’s original composition, preserving the arrangement of the figures, the color scheme, and the historical character of the depiction. Given its subject matter, it is an interesting option for collectors of Józef Piłsudski iconography, patriotic memorabilia, and enthusiasts of Polish battle painting.
Note: The item for sale is a contemporary copy of Wojciech Kossak’s painting, not the artist’s original work.
