Sermon in a Village 1861

"Sermon in a Village" (1861) by Vasily Perov is a realist painting depicting a scene of a village church service in Russia. The painting shows a priest delivering a sermon to a congregation of people from various social classes, including a well-dressed woman who seems bored or distracted. The painting's realism and social commentary resonated with viewers of the time, reflecting the societal changes and religious practices of 19th-century Russia. It can be found at the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, a museum known for its collection of Russian art.