Portrait of the Artist Ilya Repin 1879

Vasily Polenov's "Portrait of the Artist Ilya Repin," painted in 1879, is a striking portrait of the renowned Russian realist painter Ilya Repin. This oil painting depicts Repin seated in a chair, his gaze directed towards the viewer, conveying a sense of both intensity and contemplation. Polenov's use of dark, rich tones emphasizes the subject's features, while the loose brushstrokes create a sense of dynamism and immediacy. The painting showcases the unique artistic sensibilities of both Polenov and Repin, who were prominent figures in the development of Russian realism.