By Volga 1905

"By Volga" is a 1905 painting by Russian artist Mikhail Nesterov. It depicts a man and a woman standing on a hillside overlooking the Volga River. The man is wearing a dark coat and a cap, while the woman is wearing a blue dress and a head covering. The painting's muted colors and sweeping landscape evoke a sense of peace and tranquility, characteristic of Nesterov's Symbolism style. The Volga River is a prominent symbol in Russian art and literature, often associated with spirituality and national identity.