Old couple 1889

"Old Couple" is a watercolor painting by Russian artist Vladimir Makovsky, created in 1889. The artwork depicts an elderly couple walking in a snowy landscape. The man is wearing a dark coat and hat, while the woman is dressed in a long, dark dress. Both figures have weathered faces and are looking down, suggesting a sense of weariness and hardship. The painting, now housed in the Sumy Museum of Fine Arts in Ukraine, captures the raw reality of peasant life in late 19th century Russia, highlighting the artist's interest in depicting the struggles and dignity of everyday people.