Burglary at Easter Eve 1861

"Burglary at Easter Eve" is a poignant pencil drawing by Vasily Perov, created in 1861. The artwork captures the devastating aftermath of a burglary, with a family in despair, likely on the holiest day of the Christian year. Perov’s realist style, known for its depiction of everyday life and social issues, is evident in the raw emotion portrayed in the faces of the victims and the chaotic state of their home. This piece, measuring 33 x 42.5 cm, serves as a commentary on the hardship and vulnerability of the working class in 19th-century Russia.