Discover the Photographic Legacy of Wojciech Plewiński: Pozowane, Podpatrzone Exhibition
This exhibition presents close to 150 captivating images by Plewiński, exploring Polish cultural history from the 1950s to 1980s.
Immerse yourself in the extensive photographic work of Wojciech Plewiński. This special exhibition, "Pozowane, podpatrzone," highlights nearly 150 of his most significant works created between the 1950s and 1980s. Explore his keen observations through portraiture, fashion, theater, and compelling reportage that captures the essence of post-war Poland.
About Pozowane, podpatrzone. Fotografie Wojciecha Plewińskiego at History Meeting House in Warsaw
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Exhibition summary
This exhibition showcases nearly 150 photographs from Wojciech Plewiński's significant artistic legacy, primarily from the 1950s to 1980s. The exhibition explores his diverse photographic output, including portraits of cultural figures, fashion, theater, and reportage, highlighting his keen observation of people and society.
Curatorial context
The exhibition 'Pozowane, podpatrzone. Fotografie Wojciecha Plewińskiego' presents a selection of close to 150 photographs from the artist's extensive career, focusing on works created between 1950 and 1980. Curated by Anna Brzezińska and Katarzyna Sagatowska, the exhibition delves into Plewiński's multifaceted talent, which defies simple categorization and is characterized by its lightness, humor, and keen observational skills.
Plewiński, a photographer with over 500 cover photos for 'Przekrój' magazine and more than 800 photographed theater performances to his name, is presented not just through numbers but through his reportage and thematic series. These works reveal him as a perceptive observer of the world around him. The exhibition is thematically organized into sections such as 'People of Culture and Art,' 'Fashion and Design,' 'Przekrój,' 'Foreign Travels,' 'A Story About Poland,' and 'Theater.' The curators emphasize Plewiński's approach as an attentive, sensitive, and formally disciplined observer of people, capturing the essence of post-war Poland, its rebuilding, and everyday life. Notable series include 'Sklepiki' (Little Shops) depicting Western Lands and 'SAM-y' showcasing Polish aspirations for car ownership. The exhibition also features portraits of intellectuals and artists, theatrical photography captured with traditional equipment to preserve mood, and images from travels and industrial sites.
Admission and ticket notes
This exhibition is accessible with museum admission. Further details about visiting and ticket information can be found on the official website. No specific entry fee for the exhibition itself is mentioned, implying it is part of general museum access.
Pozowane, podpatrzone. Fotografie Wojciecha Plewińskiego key exhibition facts
Review exhibition status, schedule, venue context, and attribution details for Pozowane, podpatrzone. Fotografie Wojciecha Plewińskiego at History Meeting House in Warsaw
Venue
History Meeting House
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Jun 1, 2023 – Feb 18, 2024
Artist line / attribution
The exhibition features the work of Wojciech Plewiński, with photographs selected and curated by Anna Brzezińska and Katarzyna Sagatowska.
Warsaw
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