Portrait of Pavel Tretyakov, Founder of the Tretyakov Gallery 1883

"Portrait of Pavel Tretyakov, Founder of the Tretyakov Gallery" (1883) by Ilya Repin is a realist portrait painting depicting the Russian art collector and philanthropist, Pavel Tretyakov. The painting, housed in the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, captures Tretyakov's pensive gaze as he sits in his art-filled study. The inclusion of numerous framed paintings in the background alludes to Tretyakov's significant contribution to the development of Russian art. Repin's meticulous brushstrokes and use of light and shadow create a sense of depth and realism. The painting is considered a masterpiece of Russian portraiture and a testament to Tretyakov's legacy as a patron of the arts.