Portrait of Nikolay Monakhov 1926

"Portrait of Nikolay Monakhov" is a 1926 graphite drawing by Russian artist Boris Kustodiev. This expressive piece captures the likeness of Monakhov, a prominent figure in the Russian art scene, with meticulous detail. Kustodiev's signature style of realism, marked by bold lines and subtle shading, imbues the portrait with a sense of both intimacy and grandeur. The work, completed just a year before Kustodiev's untimely death, reflects his keen observation of human nature and mastery of the art of portraiture.