First green of spring
1894
oil
canvas
From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery
1894
oil
canvas
From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery
First green of spring is a 1894 oil by Ilya Ostroukhov, a Impressionism work, held at Tretyakov Gallery.
This painting shows a serene landscape with a river flowing through it. The river's surface reflects the surrounding trees and sky, creating a sense of calmness. The trees are bare, with only a few leaves visible, indicating that it's early spring. In the foreground, the grass is green, and the riverbank is covered with small trees and bushes. The overall atmosphere of the painting is peaceful and tranquil, evoking a sense of new life and renewal. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this beautiful landscape, check out Ilya Ostroukhov.
Ilya Semyonovich Ostroukhov (Russian: Илья́ Семёнович Остроу́хов; 20 July 1858, in Moscow – 8 July 1929, in Moscow) was a Russian landscape painter and art collector, associated with the Peredvizhniki.
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