Alexeyich 1882

"Alexeyich" is a realist oil painting by Konstantin Egorovich Makovsky, a prominent Russian artist known for his portrayal of everyday life. The artwork depicts a man, likely a commoner, tending to a samovar, a traditional Russian tea-making device. The painting captures a moment of quiet domesticity, highlighting the importance of shared meals and the simple pleasures of life. Makovsky’s use of muted colors and realistic detail adds to the intimacy and warmth of the scene, making it a compelling example of Russian genre painting.