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Henryk Rodakowski Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

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Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Henryk Rodakowski · 1823 – 1894

Portrait of Leonia Blühdorn, the Artist’s Stepdaughter – art print

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Warsaw National Museum, Warsaw · original 73 x 100 cm

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Popularity: No. 1 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Portrait of Leon Sapieha

1878 · National Museum in Kraków, Krakow · original 120.0 x 85.0cm

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Popularity: No. 2 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Portrait of Babetta Singer, artist’s aunt

1863 · National Museum in Warsaw, Warsaw · original 117.0 x 87.0cm

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Popularity: No. 3 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Henryk Rodakowski: Portrait of Paweł Rodakowski, artist’s father

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1850 · National Museum in Warsaw, Warsaw · original 116.0 x 89.0cm

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Popularity: No. 4 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Portrait of General Henryk Dembiński by Henryk Rodakowski

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1852 · National Museum in Kraków, Krakow · original 178.0 x 139.0cm

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Popularity: No. 5 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Portrait of a Man – art print by Henryk Rodakowski

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National Museum in Kraków, Krakow · original 55.5 x 45.0cm

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Popularity: No. 6 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Henryk Rodakowski: Cardinal

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1865 · National Museum in Kraków, Krakow · original 130.0 x 100.0cm

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Popularity: No. 7 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Self-portrait

1849 · National Museum in Warsaw, Warsaw · original 56.0 x 46.0cm

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Popularity: No. 8 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Portrait of Maksymilian Rodakowski, artist’s brother – art print

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1863 · National Museum in Warsaw, Warsaw · original 109.5 x 76.5cm

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Popularity: No. 9 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Self-Portrait at the Easel by Henryk Rodakowski

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1858 · National Museum in Kraków, Krakow · original 60.0 x 45.0cm

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Popularity: No. 10 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Henryk Rodakowski, Portrait of artist's aunt, sketch (1851)

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1851 · National Museum in Warsaw, Warsaw · original 52.0 x 40.5cm

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Popularity: No. 11 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Entry of Henry of Valois to Kraków, sketch, Henryk Rodakowski

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1848 · National Museum in Warsaw, Warsaw · original 32.5 x 41.0cm

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Popularity: No. 12 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Portrait of artist's wife., Henryk Rodakowski

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1865 · National Museum in Warsaw, Warsaw · original 110.0 x 80.5cm

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Popularity: No. 13 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Study of a horse – art print by Henryk Rodakowski

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National Museum in Warsaw, Warsaw · original 26.3 x 31.2cm

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Popularity: No. 14 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Henryk Rodakowski, Allegory – “Vision in the prison” (1880)

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1880 · National Museum in Warsaw, Warsaw · original 54.0 x 77.0cm

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Popularity: No. 15 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Chicken War (detail). – art print by Henryk Rodakowski

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1872 · National Museum in Warsaw, Warsaw · original 192.5 x 265.0cm

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Popularity: No. 16 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Peasant woman breaking flax (1859)

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1859 · National Museum in Warsaw, Warsaw · original 46.1 x 38.1cm

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Popularity: No. 17 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Count Wilczek beseeching king John Sobieski to help Vienna against the Turks, sketch – art print by Henryk Rodakowski

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1860 · National Museum in Warsaw, Warsaw · original 38.0 x 53.5cm

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Popularity: No. 18 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Henryk Rodakowski, Two Camels (1853)

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1853 · National Museum in Kraków, Krakow · original 46.0 x 52.5cm

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Popularity: No. 19 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Portrait of mother by Henryk Rodakowski, 1853

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1853 · Museum of Art in Łódź, Łódź · original 134.0 x 95.0cm

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Popularity: No. 20 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Portrait of Zofia Dzieduszycka by Henryk Rodakowski, 1874

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1874 · Silesian Museum in Katowice, Katowice · original 112.3 x 80.0cm

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Popularity: No. 21 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Portrait of the artist's sister, Wanda Müller-Wandau

1858 · Silesian Museum in Katowice, Katowice · original 121.0 x 91.0cm

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Popularity: No. 22 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Landscape from Bortniki upon Dniester., Henryk Rodakowski

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1878 · National Museum in Warsaw, Warsaw · original 26.0 x 31.0cm

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Popularity: No. 23 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Aimable-Jean-Jacques Pélissier, Duke of Malakoff, Marshal of France by Henryk Rodakowski, 1857

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1857 · Opera House, Versailles · original 230.0 x 145.0cm

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Popularity: No. 24 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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Sketches of a mummy and hands – Studies for “Allegory of Science” by Henryk Rodakowski

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1884 · National Museum in Warsaw, Warsaw · original 18.5 x 50.0cm

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Popularity: No. 25 of 28 artworks by Henryk Rodakowski
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The artist

Henryk Rodakowski

1823 – 1894

Quick facts

Copyright statusPublic domain
Color intensitymonochromatic
NationalityUkraine
Lifespan71 years
Museums on APSNational Museum in Warsaw, National Museum in Kraków, Warsaw National Museum, Opera House, Silesian Museum in Katowice
Typical colorsespresso
Born1823, Lviv, Ukraine

Biography

Henryk Rodakowski: A Life in Polish Art

Early Life and Education

Born: July 9, 1823, in Kraków, Poland.
Rodakowski came from a distinguished family of lawyers, initially following the family tradition by studying law at the University of Vienna between 1841 and 1845.
However, his passion lay with art. He pursued formal artistic training under Joseph Danhauser and Franz Eybl in Vienna, laying the foundation for his future career.

Parisian Period and Artistic Development

From 1846 to 1867, Rodakowski resided in Paris, a pivotal period for his artistic development. He continued his studies with the renowned Léon Cogniet.
Influence of Parisian Salon: This immersion in the Parisian art scene exposed him to contemporary trends and techniques, shaping his academic style.
Early Success: In 1852, he achieved significant recognition with a portrait of General Henryk Dembiński, which won first prize – marking a turning point in his career.
His studio became a hub for artistic exchange, even attracting visits from the celebrated painter Eugène Delacroix.

Return to Poland and Later Life

In 1867, Rodakowski returned to Poland, settling in Pałahicze near Stanisławów.
He eventually relocated to Kraków, becoming a prominent figure in the city’s artistic community.
Civic Engagement: In 1893, he assumed leadership roles as director and president of the Society of Friends of Fine Arts and chairman of the Committee of the National Museum.
Unexpected Passing: Tragically, Rodakowski was nominated as director of the Kraków Academy of Fine Arts on December 24, 1894, but passed away unexpectedly just four days later. He was buried in Rakowice Cemetery in Kraków.

Artistic Style and Major Works

Style: Rodakowski’s work is characterized by its academic technique, blending Romantic sensibilities with precise draftsmanship. He excelled in portraiture and landscape painting.
Key Themes: His paintings often depict historical figures, portraits of prominent individuals, and scenes from Polish life and landscapes.
Notable Works Include: Marshal (1859), Portrait of artist's wife (1865), Leonia Blühdorn (1871), Chicken War (1872), and Landscape from Bortniki upon Dniester (1878).

Legacy and Historical Significance

Recognition: Rodakowski was a recipient of the Legion of Honour, acknowledging his contributions to the art world.
Family Connection: His great-grandson, Jacek Woźniakowski, became a notable art historian and writer, continuing the family’s legacy in the arts.
Influence on Polish Art: Rodakowski played a vital role in shaping the artistic landscape of 19th-century Poland, bridging the gap between academic traditions and emerging Romantic ideals. His work remains an important part of Poland's cultural heritage.

Questions & Answers

Where can I see Henryk Rodakowski's artworks in a 3D gallery?

Henryk Rodakowski's artworks can be seen in a 3D gallery on the artist's 3D Museum page.

Where can I see Henryk Rodakowski's artworks arranged by atmosphere?

The artist's Mood Room page shows Henryk Rodakowski's artworks arranged by their atmosphere.

Is there a chronological account of Henryk Rodakowski?

Henryk Rodakowski's career unfolds period by period on the artist's Chronicle page: a horizontal timeline of the artworks, grouped into career-period chapters.

By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 3, 2026

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