Portrait of member of State Council and Grand Chamberlain, Prince Mikhail Sergeyevich Volkonsky 1903

"Portrait of member of State Council and Grand Chamberlain, Prince Mikhail Sergeyevich Volkonsky" is a 1903 oil painting by the celebrated Russian artist Ilya Repin. The work depicts the subject in a formal portrait setting, seated and partially turned towards the viewer, wearing a grand, elaborate uniform. Repin, known for his realism and attention to detail, captures the subject's aristocratic bearing and personality through the use of subtle brushstrokes and nuanced color variations. This portrait exemplifies Repin's skill in portraying individuals of social prominence within the context of their time, reflecting the era's cultural and political landscape.