At a Bookseller s (1876) by Viktor Vasnetsov

At a Bookseller s - Viktor Vasnetsov - 1876

Artwork Information

TitleAt a Bookseller s
ArtistViktor Vasnetsov
Date1876
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions84 x 66.3 cm
Art MovementRealism
Current LocationTretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia

About At a Bookseller s

The artwork titled “At a Bookseller’s,” created by Viktor Vasnetsov in 1876, is an oil painting on canvas from the Realism art movement. The painting, measuring 84 by 66.3 centimeters, belongs to the genre of genre painting and is currently housed in the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, Russia.

The artwork depicts a bustling scene outside a rustic bookseller’s shop, capturing a moment of everyday life in 19th-century Russia. The bookseller stands within a wooden stall, engaging with several customers who examine and purchase his goods. The figures portrayed in the painting reflect various strata of society, including peasants, children, and a beggar or traveler with a walking stick. The vivid portrayal of the characters, their attire, and the detailed renderings of the prints and religious icons for sale reveal a rich narrative. The setting is enhanced by the pigeons perched on the rooftop, adding a touch of liveliness to the scene. Vasnetsov’s use of light and shadow, along with his attention to detail, exemplifies the Realist approach to capturing the essence of everyday life with authenticity and depth.

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