Wacław Szymanowski (1859-1930)

Place: Warsaw

Born: 1859

Death: 1930

Biography:

Wacław Szymanowski was a renowned Polish sculptor and painter born in Warsaw, Poland in 1859. He is best known for his statue of composer Frédéric Chopin in Warsaw's Royal Baths Park (Łazienki Park). Szymanowski's work is a testament to his exceptional skill and artistic vision.

Early Life and Career

Szymanowski was the son of Wacław Szymanowski, a journalist and writer, and the father of Wacław Szymanowski, a physicist and politician. Until about 1895, Szymanowski occupied himself mainly with executing genre paintings of Polish mountaineers and Hutsuls, and portraits. He then turned to sculpture, creating compositions in Art Nouveau-Symbolist style.

Notable Works

Some of Szymanowski's notable works include:

• Medal with a bust and the monument to Fryderyk Chopin View 1, a stunning sculpture created by Wacław Szymanowski (https://Wikioo.org/@@/D9M7PU).
• The statue of Frédéric Chopin in Warsaw's Łazienki Park, designed by Szymanowski in 1907 (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wac%C5%82aw_Szymanowski).
• Tomb monuments, including his father's at Warsaw's Powązki Cemetery.
• Portrait busts, showcasing Szymanowski's skill in capturing the essence of his subjects.

Museums and Collections

Szymanowski's work can be found in various museums and collections, including:

• The Musée de la Vie Romantique in Paris.
• The Fryderyk Chopin Institute in Warsaw, which houses some of Szymanowski's notable works (https://Wikioo.org/@@/D7MSTP).
• The Polish Army Museum in Warsaw, which features a collection of military artifacts and paintings, including works by Szymanowski (https://Wikioo.org/@@/A@D3AF8D).

Szymanowski's legacy as a Polish sculptor and painter continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike. His work can be found in various museums and collections, including those mentioned above. For more information on Szymanowski and his work, visit https://Wikioo.org/@/Waclaw-Szymanowski-(1859-1930).