1866
oil
canvas
From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery
Dominant colour
A reading group is a 1866 oil by Vladimir Makovsky, a Realism work, held at Tretyakov Gallery.
This painting shows a group of people gathered around a table, with one person reading aloud. The group is seated in a room with a fireplace, and the atmosphere appears to be one of quiet contemplation. The artist has used warm colors to create a sense of comfort and intimacy, and the use of chiaroscuro adds depth and dimension to the scene. The focus is on the reader, who is seated at the center of the table, while the others listen intently. The painting invites the viewer to step into the quiet world of the reading group. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up the technique.
Vladimir Yegorovich Makovsky (Russian: Владимир Егорович Маковский; 7 February 1846 – 21 February 1920) was a Russian painter, art collector, and teacher.
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