Kraków, the artistic and spiritual heart of Poland
A city of history and culture, Kraków has been the cradle of Polish art for centuries. A royal capital until the 17th century, it preserves an exceptional heritage where Gothic architecture, Italian Renaissance, and Slavic Baroque intertwine. Its medieval alleys, gilded churches, and the banks of the Vistula have inspired Poland’s greatest painters, captivated by the light and spiritual depth of this thousand-year-old city.
Through this collection, Artem Legrand pays tribute to Kraków, as depicted by Jan Matejko, Józef Mehoffer, Stanisław Wyspiański, Leon Wyczółkowski, Jacek Malczewski, and Władysław Podkowiński. These artists, pillars of 19th and early 20th-century Polish painting, made Kraków the center of national artistic renewal.
The soul of Kraków in your decor
Hanging an art print of Kraków is inviting beauty, tradition, and the light of Central Europe into your home. The art prints of Kraków evoke the grandeur of historic monuments, the poetry of urban landscapes, and the spiritual fervor of Poland.
These works seamlessly integrate into classic, bohemian, or contemporary decor, bringing warmth, depth, and character.
A view of the market square by Wyspiański, a symbolist composition by Malczewski, or a historical portrait signed by Matejko will adorn your walls with noble and cultural presence.
Polish painting, between realism and symbolism, stands out for its emotional intensity and quest for identity. Kraków is its beating heart.
The great painters of Kraków
Jan Matejko (1838–1893) is undoubtedly the most famous Polish painter. His studio, located in Kraków, was the birthplace of an entire generation of artists. He depicted with monumental power the great scenes of Polish history.
Józef Mehoffer (1869–1946) and Stanisław Wyspiański (1869–1907), figures of the Young Poland movement, renewed Polish art by blending symbolism, modernity, and spirituality.
Leon Wyczółkowski (1852–1936) brought freshness and impressionist breath to Kraków painting.
Jacek Malczewski (1854–1929), master of symbolism, combined mythology, patriotism, and introspection in works of unique strength.
Finally, Władysław Podkowiński, a pioneer of Polish modernism, introduced freedom and boldness of color to Kraków.
Together, they made the city a major artistic hub, where tradition and modernity unite in beauty.
A collection for art and European culture enthusiasts
The art prints of Kraków offered by Artem Legrand are created from public domain works, faithfully reproduced to preserve the richness of tones and details. Each print reflects the elegance, spirituality, and depth of Polish art.
Decorating your walls with an art print of Kraków is bringing the history, light, and emotion of a city that symbolizes Poland’s artistic soul into your space.