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November Uprising Collection

"Remembering the November Uprising

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Bonawentura Niemojowski, 1800

Bonawentura Niemojowski, 1800
1578180 Bonawentura Niemojowski, 1800; (add.info.: Portrait of Bonawentura Niemojowski (1787-1835) Polish lawyer, writer and politician

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Polish Prometheus or Allegory of Vanquished Poland, 1831. Creator: Vernet, Horace (1789-1863)

Polish Prometheus or Allegory of Vanquished Poland, 1831. Creator: Vernet, Horace (1789-1863)
Polish Prometheus or Allegory of Vanquished Poland, 1831. Found in the Collection of the Societe historique et litteraire polonaise, Paris

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: The battle of Olszynka Grochowska, February 25, 1831, 1831. Creator: Wunder

The battle of Olszynka Grochowska, February 25, 1831, 1831. Creator: Wunder, Georg Benedikt (1786-1858)
The battle of Olszynka Grochowska, February 25, 1831, 1831. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: The Second battle of Wawer on 31 March 1831, 1831. Creator: Wunder, Georg Benedikt (1786-1858)

The Second battle of Wawer on 31 March 1831, 1831. Creator: Wunder, Georg Benedikt (1786-1858)
The Second battle of Wawer on 31 March 1831, 1831. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Portrait of Wincenty Matuszewicz (1801-1830). Creator: Anonymous

Portrait of Wincenty Matuszewicz (1801-1830). Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Wincenty Matuszewicz (1801-1830). Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Portrait of Antonina Tomaszewska (1814-1883), c. 1850. Creator: Anonymous

Portrait of Antonina Tomaszewska (1814-1883), c. 1850. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Antonina Tomaszewska (1814-1883), c. 1850. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Map of Russia and Poland, 1832. Creator: Arrowsmith, John (1790-1873)

Map of Russia and Poland, 1832. Creator: Arrowsmith, John (1790-1873)
Map of Russia and Poland, 1832. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Heroism of the Polish mothers during convoying their children to Russia, 1832. Artist

Heroism of the Polish mothers during convoying their children to Russia, 1832. Artist
Heroism of the Polish mothers during convoying their children to Russia, 1832. From a private collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: General Jozef Dwernicki (1779-1857), 1831. Artist: Anonymous

General Jozef Dwernicki (1779-1857), 1831. Artist: Anonymous
General Jozef Dwernicki (1779-1857), 1831. From a private collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Jan Zygmunt Skrzynecki (1787-1860), 1831

Jan Zygmunt Skrzynecki (1787-1860), 1831. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: The Polish Army 1831: The National Guard (Garde nationale), 1831

The Polish Army 1831: The National Guard (Garde nationale), 1831. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: The Polish Army 1831: Cracuses, 1831

The Polish Army 1831: Cracuses, 1831. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: The Polish Army 1831: Artillery, 1831

The Polish Army 1831: Artillery, 1831. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: The Polish Army 1831: Horse Chasseurs (Chasseurs a cheval), 1831

The Polish Army 1831: Horse Chasseurs (Chasseurs a cheval), 1831. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: The Polish Army 1831: Uhlans of the 1st Pulk, 1831

The Polish Army 1831: Uhlans of the 1st Pulk, 1831. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: The Polish Army 1831: Uhlans of the 2nd Pulk, 1831

The Polish Army 1831: Uhlans of the 2nd Pulk, 1831. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: The Polish Army 1831: Chasseurs, 1831

The Polish Army 1831: Chasseurs, 1831. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: The Polish Army 1831: Grenadier, 1831

The Polish Army 1831: Grenadier, 1831. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: The Polish Army 1831: Uhlans of the 3rd Pulk, 1831

The Polish Army 1831: Uhlans of the 3rd Pulk, 1831. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: The Polish Army 1831: Uhlans of the 4th Pulk, 1831

The Polish Army 1831: Uhlans of the 4th Pulk, 1831. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: The Polish Army 1831: Adjutant general, 1831

The Polish Army 1831: Adjutant general, 1831. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: The Polish army removes the enemy entrenchments, 1835

The Polish army removes the enemy entrenchments, 1835. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Russian grenadiers attacked by Polish Uhlans, 1835

Russian grenadiers attacked by Polish Uhlans, 1835. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Russian prisoners, 1835

Russian prisoners, 1835. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: The return of squads of Polish army from Wierzbno, 1831

The return of squads of Polish army from Wierzbno, 1831. Found in the Collection of Muzeum Narodowe, Warsaw

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Fight between Russian hussars and Polish insurgents, 1835

Fight between Russian hussars and Polish insurgents, 1835. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Attack on a Russian battery, 1835

Attack on a Russian battery, 1835. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: The Polish army at the Battle of Olszynka Grochowska, 1835

The Polish army at the Battle of Olszynka Grochowska, 1835. Private Collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: The hussars on the attack during the storming of Warsaw on September 1831, 1872

The hussars on the attack during the storming of Warsaw on September 1831, 1872. Found in the Collection of State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Arrival of the Polish regiments to Warsaw, 1831

Arrival of the Polish regiments to Warsaw, 1831. Found in the collection of Muzeum Narodowe, Warsaw

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Fire of the Warsaw Arsenal, 1831

Fire of the Warsaw Arsenal, 1831. Found in the collection of Muzeum Narodowe, Warsaw

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Self-Portrait in insurgent dress, 1842

Self-Portrait in insurgent dress, 1842. Found in the collection of Muzeum Narodowe, Warsaw

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Polonia. Allegory of the November Uprising, 1831

Polonia. Allegory of the November Uprising, 1831. Found in the collection of Muzeum Narodowe, Warsaw

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Battle of Praga, 1831, c. 1831

Battle of Praga, 1831, c. 1831. Found in the collection of Muzeum Narodowe, Warsaw

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: The battle of Olszynka Grochowska, February 25, 1831, 1886

The battle of Olszynka Grochowska, February 25, 1831, 1886. Found in the collection of Muzeum Narodowe, Warsaw

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Parade Celebrating the End of Military Action in the Kingdom of Poland on Tsaritsa Meadow in St

Parade Celebrating the End of Military Action in the Kingdom of Poland on Tsaritsa Meadow in St Pete Artist
Parade Celebrating the End of Military Action in the Kingdom of Poland on Tsaritsa Meadow in St Petersburg on 6 october 1831, 1833-1835. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Outbreak of the Polish Revolution in Warsaw on November 1830

Outbreak of the Polish Revolution in Warsaw on November 1830. Artist: Wunder, Georg Benedikt (1786-1858)
Outbreak of the Polish Revolution in Warsaw on November 1830. From a private collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Jan Zygmunt Skrzynecki (1786-1860), 1831. Artist: Anonymous

Jan Zygmunt Skrzynecki (1786-1860), 1831. Artist: Anonymous
Jan Zygmunt Skrzynecki (1786-1860), 1831. From a private collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Tnie chwacko tega kosa, 1831. Artist: Anonymous

Tnie chwacko tega kosa, 1831. Artist: Anonymous
Tnie chwacko tega kosa, 1831. From a private collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: The Last Ten of the 4th Regiment, 1831. Artist: Anonymous

The Last Ten of the 4th Regiment, 1831. Artist: Anonymous
The Last Ten of the 4th Regiment, 1831. From a private collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Polish-Russian war scene, 1831, 1831. Artist: Anonymous

Polish-Russian war scene, 1831, 1831. Artist: Anonymous
Polish-Russian war scene, 1831, 1831. From a private collection

Background imageNovember Uprising Collection: Polish war, 1831. Artist: Anonymous

Polish war, 1831. Artist: Anonymous
Polish war, 1831. From a private collection




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"Remembering the November Uprising: A Glimpse into Polish History" Page 3 of a Polish illustrated album commemorating the November Uprising reveals the valor and strength displayed by infantry, grenadier, and cavalry forces. Their unwavering determination shines through as they fought for their nation's freedom. On page 1, we witness the strategic brilliance of the General Staff during this historic event. Their leadership paved the way for countless acts of bravery and sacrifice that would forever be etched in history. A lacquered box bearing a miniature painting titled "Finis Poloniae" serves as a poignant reminder of the consequences faced by Poland during this tumultuous time. It symbolizes both resilience and hope amidst adversity. The title page captures the essence of this uprising, encapsulating its significance in bold letters. It stands as a testament to those who fought tirelessly for their homeland's independence. Even music paid tribute to these events with piano pieces dedicated to honoring the November Uprising in Poland. The emotional melodies served as an ode to those who gave everything for their country. The cover art on another illustrated album further immortalizes this pivotal moment in Polish history. Its intricate design reflects both pride and remembrance, ensuring that future generations never forget. Portraits bring faces to these historical figures - Wincenty Matuszewicz, whose life was tragically cut short; Antonina Tomaszewska, whose courage inspired many - reminding us that heroes come from all walks of life. A map depicting Russia and Poland showcases how borders were redrawn after this conflict ended in 1832. It serves as a visual representation of both loss and resilience within these nations' shared histories. One artwork portrays heroism beyond battlefields – mothers escorting their children to Russia amidst chaos. Their selflessness embodies love for family intertwined with patriotism—a powerful image that resonates deeply even today.