Scenes from Russian Folk Life n.d.

Ignatii Stepanovich Shchedrovskii's "Scenes from Russian Folk Life" is a detailed depiction of everyday life in 19th century Russia. The drawing, housed in The Art Institute of Chicago, shows a group of people, including men in traditional clothing, women carrying baskets, and a soldier, all engaged in a lively conversation. The artist’s precise rendering of their costumes and the cobblestone street adds a sense of realism and authenticity to the scene. The work offers a glimpse into the social interactions and daily activities of ordinary Russians during a time of great change.