Q134581378

Q134581378

Vasily Surikov

1892

oil

From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery

About this work

This painting depicts a somber scene of a woman in a black dress, lying on a wooden sled. She is surrounded by two men, one of whom is pointing upwards. The sled is covered with straw, and the background is a muted, earthy tone. The woman's dark attire and the overall mood of the painting suggest a sense of mourning or loss. The pointing gesture of one of the men adds a sense of drama to the scene. This painting is reminiscent of the works of Vasily Surikov, who was known for his vivid depictions of Russian history and culture.

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