{"product_id":"armor-of-stefan-batory-jan-matejko","title":"Armor of Stefan Batory - Jan Matejko","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed historical study of the ornate, gilded armour of King Stefan Batory, rendered by Polish painter Jan Matejko in 1871.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis study by Jan Matejko depicts the ceremonial armour of Stefan Batory, the King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania during the late sixteenth century. Matejko, a painter known for his focus on Polish history, produced this work in 1871. The composition isolates the cuirass and associated accoutrements against a neutral, muted background, allowing the viewer to focus on the material qualities of the object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist captures the contrast between the dark, polished steel plates and the ornate, gilded decorative bands. These gold sections feature fine, etched patterns that demonstrate the craftsmanship of the Renaissance period. Matejko uses a controlled application of paint to suggest the reflective surface of the metal, employing light and shadow to define the volume of the chest piece and the articulated tassets. A sword is positioned below the main armour, rendered with quick, precise strokes that suggest its form without excessive detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatejko often prepared for his large-scale historical canvases by creating detailed studies of costumes, weapons, and regalia. This work functions as a record of historical material culture, reflecting the artist's dedication to accuracy in his depictions of Polish monarchs. The inclusion of his monogram and the date, 1871, confirms its status as a deliberate exercise in observation. The work provides a clear view of the aesthetic preferences of the era, where military equipment served as both functional protection and a display of status through elaborate metalwork. The absence of a human figure directs attention entirely to the design and construction of the armour, making it a useful reference for those interested in historical costume and the technical approach of nineteenth-century academic painters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-castle-of-the-maidens-edwin-austin-abbey\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Castle of the Maidens - Edwin Austin Abbey — Edwin Austin Abbey\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-card-players-ernest-meissonier\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Card Players - Ernest Meissonier — Ernest Meissonier\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Matejko","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58345117483343,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58345120137551,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58345120170319,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58345120203087,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58345120235855,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58345120268623,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58345120301391,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58345120334159,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58345120366927,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58345120399695,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58345120432463,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58345120465231,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Armor-of-Stefan-Batory_Poster_CompositorV1_1785389518595.jpg?v=1785392032","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/armor-of-stefan-batory-jan-matejko","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}