At Home 1918

Boris Kustodiev's "At Home" from 1918 depicts a quintessential Russian summer scene. Set in a garden with a white house in the background, the painting captures a moment of leisure and domesticity. A family, including a boy in a sailor outfit, a young woman with a bouquet of flowers, and a woman seated on a bench with a dog, create a sense of intimate togetherness amidst the vibrant green foliage. The bright colors and detailed rendering of the birch trees, which are a recurring motif in Russian art, enhance the serene and nostalgic atmosphere of the scene. This work exemplifies Kustodiev's signature style characterized by bold colors and idyllic depictions of everyday life in Russia, making it a beloved piece in the Belarusian National Museum of Fine Arts.