Old Parents Visiting the Grave of Their Son 1874

Vasily Perov's "Old Parents Visiting the Grave of Their Son" (1874) is a poignant depiction of grief and loss. Set in a somber cemetery, the painting features an elderly couple standing at the grave of their son, their figures silhouetted against the cloudy sky. Perov captures the raw emotion of the scene through the couple's slumped posture, their heads bowed in sorrow. The simple yet effective composition emphasizes the weight of their grief, while the muted colors of the scene enhance the sense of melancholic stillness. This work exemplifies Perov's ability to create deeply moving scenes of everyday life, highlighting the universality of human suffering.