The artwork titled “In Sestroretsk” was created by Ivan Shishkin in 1886. It falls under the Realism art movement and belongs to the landscape genre.
The artwork depicts a serene and natural landscape scene, characterized by detailed and meticulous rendering of the environment. The focal point appears to be a gentle slope covered with grass, leading the eye towards the background where a dense growth of trees stands. The foreground shows an assortment of grasses and small shrubs, while tall trees rise prominently on both sides, framing the scene. The overall composition exudes tranquility and a profound connection with nature, showcasing Shishkin’s mastery in capturing the essence of the natural world with precision and realism.
