Merchant 1920

"Merchant" (1920) is a watercolor painting by Russian artist Boris Kustodiev. The painting depicts a robust man seated on a couch in an ornate interior, showcasing Kustodiev's signature style of portraying the everyday lives of ordinary people. The use of vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes contribute to the painting's dynamic and almost caricatured aesthetic. Kustodiev's portrayal of the merchant reflects the artist's fascination with the colorful and bustling world of the Russian merchant class during a period of great social and political change in the country.