Escape of Grigory Otrepyev from inn on the Lithuanian border 1862

Grigoriy Myasoyedov's "Escape of Grigory Otrepyev from inn on the Lithuanian border" depicts a dramatic moment from Russian history. The painting, created in 1862, portrays Grigory Otrepyev, a pretender to the Russian throne, escaping from an inn near the Lithuanian border. The scene is captured with intense detail, with the figures of the innkeepers and patrons illuminated by a single light source, creating a sense of mystery and suspense. The painting's realistic style, with its attention to detail and evocative use of light and shadow, is characteristic of Myasoyedov's work. This small-scale painting, currently located in the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, offers a glimpse into the complex political events of 17th-century Russia, making it a valuable historical and artistic artifact.