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Avunda mountain. Gurzuf, by Apollinary Vasnetsov, unspecified, 1894

Avunda mountain. Gurzuf

Apollinary Vasnetsov

1894

unspecified

From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

Avunda mountain. Gurzuf is a 1894 unspecified by Apollinary Vasnetsov, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Tretyakov Gallery.

Who painted this?
Apollinary Vasnetsov
When & what style?
1894 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Tretyakov Gallery

About this work

This painting depicts a serene landscape of a mountainous region, with a prominent mountain in the background and a grassy hill in the foreground. The sky above is a brilliant blue, with no clouds in sight. The artist has used a range of colors to bring the scene to life, from the deep greens of the grass and trees to the earthy tones of the mountain. The brushstrokes are bold and expressive, giving the painting a sense of energy and movement. The overall effect is one of tranquility and beauty, inviting the viewer to step into the peaceful world of the painting. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's techniques, you might want to look into the use of chiaroscuro.

About the artist

Portrait of Apollinary Vasnetsov
Artist

Apollinary Vasnetsov

Apollinary Mikhaylovich Vasnetsov (Russian: Аполлина́рий Миха́йлович Васнецо́в; 6 August 1856 – 23 January 1933) was a Russian painter and graphic artist.

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