Portrait of Vladimir Makovsky in Childhood 1854

"Portrait of Vladimir Makovsky in Childhood" is a portrait of the young artist Vladimir Makovsky, painted by his older brother Konstantin Egorovich Makovsky in 1854. The painting depicts a young Vladimir seated in a room, wearing a black top hat, a dark jacket, and a bright red shirt, with his hand resting on his chin in a thoughtful pose. The painting evokes a sense of introspection and foreshadows the young Vladimir's future success as an artist. It is a remarkable example of realism in Russian art of the 19th century, with detailed and evocative brushstrokes that highlight the artist's skill. This intimate portrait offers viewers insight into the young life of a future renowned Russian artist.