Saint Ludmila

1956

Jirí Balcar

Associated Names
Jirí Balcar

Artist, Czech, 1929 - 1968

The image features a cityscape with a Gothic-style cathedral at the center, distinguished by two tall spires. The horizon is low, highlighting the sky and upper parts of buildings. The brushstrokes are sketchy and linear, creating a dynamic and slightly chaotic feel. The color scheme is monochromatic, with dark lines on a light background. Close to the viewer, there are outlines of trees and structures, adding depth and context.
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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Dr. Anne Baruch, Chicago; gift to NGA, 2002.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Jirí Balcar 56; numbered lower left: 2/10; bottom left circled: 98; bottom right circled: 63; bottom center: SV. LUDMILA; verso bottom center: St. Ludmila; bottom right: 1977.1105

Wikidata ID

Q76345811

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