Return of the Father from the Fair 1868

"Return of the Father from the Fair" (1868) by Alexei Korzukhin depicts a jovial scene of a man returning from a fair, being carried on the shoulders of two men, while a group of villagers follow behind. This genre painting, characteristic of the Russian artist's work, captures the everyday life and humor of the peasantry. The artist's focus on detail, evident in the clothing and expressions of the figures, contributes to the realism of the scene. The painting offers a glimpse into 19th-century Russian rural life, with its festive traditions and communal spirit.