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On the outskirts of the oak forest, by Ivan Shishkin, oil, 1892

On the outskirts of the oak forest

Ivan Shishkin

1892

oil

canvas

From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

On the outskirts of the oak forest is a 1892 oil by Ivan Shishkin, a Realism work, held at Tretyakov Gallery.

Who painted this?
Ivan Shishkin
When & what style?
1892 · Realism
Where can I see it?
Tretyakov Gallery

About this work

This painting shows a serene landscape with a dirt path winding through a lush meadow. The path is lined with tall trees and bushes, and a wooden fence runs along the right side. In the distance, more trees and a hillside are visible. The artist has used warm colors to depict the scene, with shades of green and brown dominating the palette. The overall effect is one of tranquility and peacefulness. If you like this painting, you might also enjoy the work of Ivan Shishkin, who was known for his landscapes and use of chiaroscuro.

About the artist

Portrait of Ivan Shishkin
Artist

Ivan Shishkin

Ivan Ivanovich Shishkin (Russian: Иван Иванович Шишкин; 25 January 1832 – 20 March 1898) was a Russian Realist painter and draughtsman, best known for his landscape subjects.

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