Railway guard. Khotkovo
1892
oil
canvas
From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery
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Ilya Repin
Ilya Yefimovich Repin (5 August 1844 – 29 September 1930) was a Ukrainian-born Russian painter.
See the richer artist page1892
oil
canvas
From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery
Railway guard. Khotkovo is a 1892 oil by Ilya Repin, a Realism work, held at Tretyakov Gallery.
This painting shows a man standing on a brick wall next to a railroad track. He is wearing a black hat and coat, with a white shirt underneath. In his right hand, he holds a long red pole. A sign is attached to a post in front of him. The sky above is cloudy, with patches of blue peeking through. The scene is set against a backdrop of green fields and trees in the distance. The man's attire and the sign suggest that he is a railway guard, responsible for ensuring the safety of trains and passengers. The artist's use of color and composition draws the viewer's attention to the guard, highlighting his importance in the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, check out Ilya Repin.
Ilya Yefimovich Repin (5 August 1844 – 29 September 1930) was a Ukrainian-born Russian painter.
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