This is my last letter... [Relaxing Dramatic Violin and Cello Music with Storm Sound]

Описание: 🎨 Please read on for a description of the artwork in the video!
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Artist: Jan Matejko (the most renowned Polish historical painter).
Original Title: Stańczyk w czasie balu na dworze królowej Bony wobec straconego Smoleńska (Stańczyk during a ball at the court of Queen Bona in the face of the loss of Smolensk).
Year Created: 1862.
Medium: Oil on canvas.
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The Historical Context
The painting depicts a real historical figure named Stańczyk (c. 1480–1560), the most famous court jester in Polish history. He served during the "Golden Age" of Poland under Kings Alexander, Sigismund the Old, and Sigismund Augustus.
While a jester's job was to entertain, Stańczyk was known for being a highly intelligent philosopher and a patriot who used satire to comment on the political state of the nation.
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The Story and Symbolism
The painting is a powerful study of isolation and political foresight. It contrasts the revelry of the royal court with the lonely despair of the jester.
1. The Letter on the Table
Stańczyk sits alone in a dark room. On the table next to him lies a letter dated 1514, which announces that the city of Smolensk has been lost to the Grand Duchy of Moscow. For Stańczyk, this isn't just a lost battle; it is a sign of the future decline of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.
2. The Contrast of Moods
In the background (to the right), you can see a glimpse of a lively ball being held by Queen Bona Sforza. The nobility is dancing and celebrating, completely oblivious to the national tragedy that has just occurred. Only the "fool" is wise enough to grieve for his country.
3. The Appearance of Stańczyk
The Face: Matejko gave Stańczyk his own features, creating a deep personal connection between the artist and the subject.
The Pose: His slumped shoulders, folded hands, and worried expression show profound melancholy.
The Scepter: His jester’s scepter (marotte) lies discarded on the floor, symbolizing that he has no heart for jokes or play.
4. The Comet
Outside the window (top left), a comet is visible. In the 16th century, comets were seen as omens of doom or the downfall of kingdoms.
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Why It Is Important
When Jan Matejko painted this in 1862, Poland did not exist as an independent country (it was partitioned between Russia, Prussia, and Austria).
The painting served as a wake-up call to the Polish people. It criticized the historical negligence of the ruling classes and encouraged citizens to be as vigilant and concerned as the jester was. It transformed Stańczyk from a historical clown into a national symbol of civic conscience.
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