Portrait of the Artist Valentin Serov 1901

Ilya Repin's "Portrait of the Artist Valentin Serov" (1901) is a masterful charcoal drawing that captures the essence of the renowned Russian artist Valentin Serov. Repin, a prominent figure in Russian realism, employed his signature expressive style to depict Serov in a contemplative pose, seated and gazing downward. The artist's keen observation and meticulous rendering of light and shadow bring a sense of depth and realism to the work. The drawing, marked with Repin's signature and the date, exemplifies his mastery of charcoal and his ability to imbue portraiture with psychological insight.