Pavel Blaramberg
1892
oil
From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery
1892
oil
From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery
This painting shows a man sitting at a table. He has dark hair and a beard, and is wearing a black jacket over a white shirt. His arms are crossed, and he looks serious. On the table in front of him is a large book with a white cover, and a small dish with a cigarette in it. The background of the painting is a dark wall, which helps the man and the objects on the table stand out. The overall mood of the painting is quiet and thoughtful. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this painting, you might want to look up Ilya Repin.