Polish city of Szczecin remembers visit by Romantic painter Turner

English Romantic painter William Turner, known for his nostalgic and expressive landscapes, visited the city of Szczecin – formerly called Stettin – in 1835.

Self portrait by William Turner.

Photo: EPA/ANDY RAIN

In an interview for Polish Radio’s External Service, Jędrzej Wijas of the Trafo Arts Centre describes how the city’s artistic community is commemorating the visit.