Włodzimierz Tetmajer. Korzenie

Abstract

WŁODZIMIERZ TETMAJER. THE ROOTS

The paper discusses the paternal family roots of Włodzimierz Tetmajer, exploring his father Adolf ’s ancestry. The author formulates a number of hypotheses about the origins of the Polish line of the Tetmajer family, the patriotic engagement of various family members, their participation in national uprisings, as well as fields of their professional activity. The personages of two of Włodzimierz’s male relatives in particular – Józef and Ludwig Tetmajer, scientists of outstanding achievements in their fields – are presented with much detail. Two of the artist’s female relatives who played a significant role in his life, namely his cousin Maria Kostkowa, and his aunt Klementyna Olcyngierowa, are also mentioned in the paper.