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Twilight in Crimea. New Simeiz, by Apollinary Vasnetsov, oil, 1906

Twilight in Crimea. New Simeiz

Apollinary Vasnetsov

1906

oil

panel

From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

Twilight in Crimea. New Simeiz is a 1906 oil by Apollinary Vasnetsov, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Tretyakov Gallery.

Who painted this?
Apollinary Vasnetsov
When & what style?
1906 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Tretyakov Gallery

About this work

This painting depicts a serene landscape at twilight, with a mountain range in the background and a few buildings in the foreground. The sky is painted in soft hues of pink and blue, while the mountains are rendered in darker shades of gray and brown. The buildings are small and appear to be part of a village or town. The artist's use of color and light creates a sense of depth and atmosphere in the painting, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. The brushstrokes are visible, giving the painting a textured, almost three-dimensional quality. The painting is reminiscent of the work of Apollinary Vasnetsov, who was known for his landscapes and use of light and color.

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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