1891
oil
canvas
From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery
Alexander II of Russia is a 1891 oil by Konstantin Makovsky, a Realism work, held at Tretyakov Gallery.
This painting depicts a man in a dark military uniform with gold accents, seated with a black and white dog at his side. The man's face is serious, and he wears a medal on his chest. The background is dark, which highlights the subject's features. The man's uniform is intricately detailed, with gold braid and buttons. The dog looks up at him with its tongue out, adding a sense of warmth to the otherwise formal portrait. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a dramatic effect, with the subject's face and uniform standing out against the dark background. To learn more about the artist's techniques, explore the work of Konstantin Makovsky.
Konstantin Yegorovich Makovsky (Russian: Константи́н Его́рович Мако́вский; (20 June o.c.) 2 July n.c.
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