Portrait of A. I. Molchanova with Daughter 1814

This 1814 portrait by Orest Kiprensky depicts A. I. Molchanova and her daughter. The painting, housed in the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, showcases Kiprensky's talent for capturing intimate moments. The woman is depicted with a soft, gentle expression while the young girl, wrapped in a richly patterned shawl, gazes outward with a hint of curiosity. The composition, with the figures arranged in a close embrace, emphasizes the bond between mother and child. Kiprensky's mastery of light and shadow contributes to the painting's warmth and realism, making this portrait a significant example of Russian portraiture.