Friends 1895

"Friends" is a realist oil painting by Konstantin Egorovich Makovsky, completed in 1895. It depicts two men in a dimly lit interior, one smoking a pipe and the other playing a guitar. The painting captures a moment of intimacy between the two friends, perhaps in a tavern or a private home. The use of dark tones and muted colors create a sense of realism and depth, while the artist's signature "Makovsky 1895" is visible in the top right corner. The artwork showcases Makovsky's skill in depicting everyday life and the relationships between ordinary people.