Chinese 1873

This portrait, “Chinese,” was created by Vasily Vereshchagin in 1873. The painting depicts a Chinese man in traditional clothing, including a long, red robe and a blue jacket, standing in a field. The man is holding a long pipe, and he is looking off to the side. Vereshchagin was a Russian painter and war correspondent known for his realist depictions of war and its effects, particularly the Russo-Turkish War. He traveled extensively, capturing scenes of everyday life in various countries. The painting’s realistic details and its subject matter, which highlights the rich culture of China, exemplify Vereshchagin's style of painting.