{"product_id":"the-prussian-homage-jan-matejko","title":"The Prussian Homage - Jan Matejko","description":"\u003cp\u003ePainted in 1882, Jan Matejko's *The Prussian Homage* depicts Albert of Brandenburg paying homage to King Sigismund I the Old of Poland in 1525, formalising Prussia as a vassal state.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJan Matejko's 1882 oil on canvas, *The Prussian Homage*, captures a significant moment in Polish history. The painting depicts Albert of Brandenburg, Duke of Prussia, paying homage to King Sigismund I the Old of Poland in Kraków's market square on 10 April 1525. This act formalised Prussia as a vassal state of Poland, ending the Teutonic Order's control and marking a shift in the balance of power in the region. Matejko, known for his grand historical paintings, meticulously researched and composed this scene to convey the gravity and symbolism of the event. The composition is dense with figures, each rendered with careful attention to detail in their costumes and expressions. King Sigismund I is centrally positioned, receiving the kneeling Albert's oath of fealty. The architecture of Kraków provides a backdrop, adding to the sense of place and historical authenticity. The colour palette is dominated by reds, golds, and blues, which enhance the painting's dramatic effect. Matejko's work reflects his interest in Polish history and his desire to inspire national pride through his art.\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\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" 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;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-starry-night-vincent-van-gogh-1\" 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 Starry Night - Vincent van Gogh — Vincent van Gogh\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":57678979268943,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57678981726543,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57678981759311,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57678981792079,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57678981824847,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Prussian-Homage_Poster_CompositorV1_1778631364790.jpg?v=1778631493","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/the-prussian-homage-jan-matejko","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}