1892
oil
canvas
From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery
Tsar Alexis of Russia chooses his bride is a 1892 oil by Grigory Sedov, a Realism work, held at Tretyakov Gallery.
In this painting, a man in a red coat stands on the right side, facing six women dressed in long, colorful robes. The women wear crowns and stand in a line, facing the man. The background features a blue wall with a floral pattern, and the floor is made of black and brown tiles. The man's red coat stands out against the more subdued colors of the women's robes. The women's crowns add a touch of elegance to the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this painting, you might want to look up Grigory Sedov.
Grigory Semyonovich Sedov (Russian: Григорий Семёнович Седов; (12 January 1836, Moscow - 15 April 1884, Moscow) was a Russian Imperial painter; known primarily for historical scenes and religious murals.
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