Princess Tarakanova
1864
oil
From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery
1864
oil
From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery
This painting is called Princess Tarakanova. It's an oil paint work by Konstantin Flavitsky. The painting tells a story about Princess Tarakanova, who was imprisoned during the reign of Empress Catherine II. This story is from history, and the artist brought it to life in 1864. You can learn more about the artist's techniques, such as glazing, to understand how he created this work.
