Death of Fedor Chizhov 1877

"Death of Fedor Chizhov" is a painting by Ilya Repin, a prominent Russian artist, created in 1877. The painting depicts the final moments of Fedor Chizhov, a prominent Russian art collector and patron, as he sits in a chair, resting his arm on a green pillow, with his foot propped up on a footstool. The dim lighting, with candles illuminating the scene, creates a melancholic atmosphere, emphasizing the somber nature of death and the inevitability of the end. This realistic depiction of the death of an individual further solidifies Repin's role as a master of realism, showcasing his ability to portray complex emotions and intimate moments in his work.