Profil Gorala
-
About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Wladyslaw Skoczylas's Profil Gorala into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
-
Original Description
Wladyslaw Skoczylas’ Profil Gorala (Gorals Profile) is a striking woodcut print that radiates the raw energy and folkloric essence of early 20th-century Polish art. The work depicts the stylized profile of a Gorals highlander, his features simplified yet expressive through bold, angular lines—a hallmark of Skoczylas’ modernist take on traditional folk motifs. Created in the 1920s-30s, a period when Skoczylas pioneered Poland’s "Young Poland" woodcut revival, the piece merges Art Deco geometry with indigenous Carpathian culture. Its stark contrasts—deep blacks against untouched paper—evoke both reverence and modernity, establishing Skoczylas as a bridge between folk art and avant-garde graphic design. Today, Profil Gorala remains iconic, emblematic of Central Europe’s interwar artistic rediscovery of national identity through vernacular forms.
For interiors, this print’s graphic minimalism makes it a versatile accent. In a rustic-modern living room, frame it in an unadorned oak float frame to echo its woodcut medium, pairing with linen upholstery and matte ceramics for textural harmony. Its monochrome palette suits spaces with neutral backdrops—think slate gray walls or warm beige—while a spotlit display above a mid-century console amplifies its dramatic contrasts. In a home office, opt for a smaller scaled reproduction (A3 or 11x14 inches) grouped with botanical sketches to soften its severity. Avoid ornate frames or busy surroundings; let its bold lines command attention as a focal point, perhaps flanked by a single Tatra Mountain landscape photograph for thematic resonance. The artwork’s cultural weight also makes it meaningful in heritage-inspired commercial spaces, like a boutique hotel lobby or a craft-focused café. Keep lighting directional to heighten its sculptural impact.
-
Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
-
Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
