Curatorial Narrative Feliks Jabczyski’s “Gothic cathedral, view from the western facade” is an exemplar of modernist reinterpretation of traditional architectural styles. Created between 1919 and 1928, this work falls within the cusp of Gothic Revival and Modern Gothic design movements, reflecting the artist’s interest in reimagining the past for a rapidly changing era. Jabczyski’s technique is characterized by fine brushwork, which imbues the painting with an almost tactile quality.The use of beige, brown, and black hues creates a somber chromatic structure that underscores the weighty atmospheric presence of the cathedral. When enlarged to 44×50, the spatial rhythm of the composition becomes even more pronounced, drawing the viewer’s eye through the imposing arches and vaulted ceilings. In this scale, the palette assumes an almost material quality, with the dark tones evoking the coolness of stone and the warm beige recalling the