Merchant with his wife 1914

Boris Kustodiev's 1914 painting "Merchant with his wife" depicts a couple dressed in traditional Russian attire, likely set in a snowy, wintry landscape. The man, in a dark coat, holds a walking stick while the woman, wearing a vibrant blue coat, stands by his side. Kustodiev's work is known for its bold colors and expressive brushstrokes, characteristic of Russian modernism, and his paintings often capture the everyday lives and traditions of Russian people. This painting embodies the artistic style of Kustodiev's work.