A soldier

ilyaefimovichrepin

Ulyanovsk Regional Museum of Fine Arts, Ulyanovsk, Russia

oil painting

portrait reference

acrylic on canvas

portrait head and shoulder

soldier

animal drawing portrait

portrait drawing

facial portrait

portrait art

fine art portrait

digital portrait

"A Soldier" is a portrait painting by renowned Russian artist Ilya Repin, showcasing his signature realistic style. Created in the late 19th century, the painting depicts a soldier with a somber expression, capturing the hardships faced by the Russian military during that era. The work utilizes a palette of earthy tones and thick brushstrokes, highlighting the subject's rugged features and worn uniform. This piece, currently housed in the Ulyanovsk Regional Museum of Fine Arts, offers a glimpse into the human cost of war and exemplifies Repin's mastery of portraiture.