In spring, an unusual meadow of flowers will appear in front of the National Museum in Poznań, inspired by the work of Józef Chełmoński – one of the most important Polish realist painters. The installation will be created as part of an action accompanying a major exhibition of his works, to be held at the turn of spring and summer this year at the Poznan branch of the National Museum. This unique combination of art and nature will allow lovers of Chełmoński’s paintings to literally “enter” the atmosphere from his paintings, enjoying the beauty of flowers and nature, which were an integral part of the painter’s work.
Art in the urban space
In March, the exhibition “Józef Chełmoński (1849-1914)” will open, bringing together around 150 works by the artist, including masterpieces such as “Babie lato”, “Bociany”, “Czwórka” and “Karnawał w Polsce”. The event will be accompanied by a number of initiatives, and one of the first to be announced is a flower meadow inspired by landscapes painted by Chełmoński. As announced by the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage, the space in front of the museum will be transformed into a colourful garden full of flowers familiar from the artist’s paintings. These will include cornflowers, poppies, clovers, sunflowers and verticas, which will recreate the atmosphere from his canvases.
Flower meadow in front of the National Museum
The concept called ‘Greenery inspired by the paintings of Chełmoński’ was designed by the MAK studio. young landscape architecture. This firm will also be responsible for implementing the project. The aim of the project is not only to emphasise the relationship between art and nature in the paintings, but also to create a space that will put visitors to the museum in a mood from the very entrance.
Chełmoński exhibition in Poznań
The exhibition devoted to the work of Józef Chełmoński is one of the most important artistic events of the year. It has been prepared by the three departments of the National Museum, offering a wide-ranging view of the oeuvre of the painter, who depicted the Polish landscape and everyday village life with exceptional precision. The opening of the exhibition will take place on 6 March, while it will be open to the public from 7 March to 29 June. This is a unique opportunity to see the works of one of the most important representatives of Polish realist painting up close and to experience his art in an unusual setting – also outside the museum walls, on a flowery meadow in front of the building.
Source: Ministry of Culture and National Heritage
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