Artwork

Portrait of A.I. Kolychiova

Portrait of A.I. Kolychiova, by Akim Bagayev, oil, 1840
Portrait of A.I. Kolychiova, by Akim Bagayev, oil, 1840

Portrait of A.I. Kolychiova is an oil painting by the Realist artist Akim Bagayev. It dates from 1840 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.

About this work

The artist's attention to detail is evident in the delicate folds of her dress and the intricate patterns on the chair.

This painting features a woman with curly brown hair, dressed in a black dress with a white lace collar. She sits in a wooden chair with an intricate design on its back, set against a plain brown background.

The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a formal portrait from the 19th century. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the delicate folds of her dress and the intricate patterns on the chair.

To learn more about the artist behind this portrait, explore the works of Akim Bagayev (Bagoyev).

Overview

This oil painting, created by Akim Bagayev in 1840, is a portrait of A.I. Kolychiova. It is part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a woman with curly brown hair, wearing a formal black dress with a white lace collar. Her attire and hairstyle are characteristic of 19th-century formal wear, suggesting the painting is a representation of her social status.

Technique & Style

The artist's attention to detail is evident in the rendering of the subject's dress and the chair's intricate design. The use of oil paint allows for a nuanced capture of textures and folds, contributing to the overall realism of the portrait.

Artist & collection

Artist

Akim Bagayev

A Russian artist working in the 1840s, Akim Bagayev painted everyday life and portraits with tight brushwork and muted colors.

Hermitage Museum

Museum

Hermitage Museum

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