Portrait B.A.Gorin-Goryainov 1926

"Portrait B.A. Gorin-Goryainov" is a 1926 charcoal drawing by Russian artist Boris Kustodiev, a prominent figure in the realist movement. The artwork depicts a seated man, likely a contemporary of Kustodiev, with a serious but engaging expression, captured through meticulous detail and striking use of chiaroscuro. The subject's clothing and posture suggest a sense of formality, reflecting the artist's interest in portraying everyday life and characters in a realistic manner. The work showcases Kustodiev's talent for capturing individual character through expressive lines and subtle nuances of light and shadow.