Exhibitions

Napoleon Orda (1807–1883) was one of the most diverse Lithuanian artists and public figures of the 19th century. He earned renown in Paris as a pianist and composer, his musical works and abilities were appreciated by masters such as Frédéric Chopin, Franz Liszt and Stanisław Moniuszko. Orda actively gathered those fleeing political persecution from Russia around him, was personally engaged in publicistic activities writing articles and poems, and was close friends with the most famous poet of the day, Adam Mickiewicz. Nevertheless, the most valuable and richest part of Orda’s artistic legacy are his drawings and watercolours, presented here in this exhibition by the National Museum – Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania and the National Museum of Kraków.