Portrait of the Artist G.G. Myasoedov 1872

"Portrait of the Artist G.G. Myasoedov" is a realist oil painting by Ivan Kramskoy, created in 1872. The painting features a close-up portrait of the artist G.G. Myasoedov, a prominent figure in Russian art, holding a paintbrush and palette. The artwork depicts Myasoedov in a moment of artistic contemplation, capturing the intensity and focus of a creative mind. Kramskoy's masterful use of light and shadow highlights Myasoedov's features, conveying both his individuality and the profound depth of his artistic vision. The painting is now on display at the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, Russia.