Portrait of A.S. Matveev 1881

Ilya Repin's "Portrait of A.S. Matveev" is a watercolor painting from 1881. The artwork depicts the sitter's head and shoulders, with the subject's face and gaze directed to the viewer's left. Repin's masterful use of watercolor creates a sense of depth and realism, capturing the subject's expression and the textures of their clothing. The portrait reflects Repin's interest in capturing the individual personality of his subjects, a hallmark of his portraiture style. This piece, a testament to Repin's artistic skill, embodies the realism and psychological depth that characterized Russian art in the late 19th century.