In a Room 1886

Konstantin Alexeevich Korovin’s "In a Room" is painted in oil on canvas, using brushwork that seems almost gestural. The loose application of paint gives a feeling of immediacy, and the dim lighting enhances the intimacy of the scene. Notice the muted palette, the subtle play of light and shadow, and the composition of the painting - all of these elements work together. The thick application of paint creates texture and depth, while the visible brushstrokes give the painting a sense of energy and movement. Korovin’s artistic choices here draw attention to the physical act of painting itself. In doing so, he elevates the craft to a central subject of the artwork. This reminds us that "fine art" is also a kind of making, inseparable from the skilled application of materials.