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Early Snow. In V. M. Vasnetsov's Garden
Early Snow. In V. M. Vasnetsov's Garden is an oil painting by the Art Nouveau artist Apollinary Vasnetsov. It dates from 1920 and is held in the collection of the Tretyakov Gallery. Early Snow.
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Overview
Early Snow. In V. M. Vasnetsov's Garden is a 1920 oil painting by Apollinary Vasnetsov, a Russian artist known for his scenes of medieval Moscow.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene winter scene in the garden of Viktor Vasnetsov, the artist's brother. Snow-covered trees and a tranquil atmosphere evoke a sense of stillness and peacefulness.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, the work showcases Vasnetsov's use of texture and depth to create a captivating winter landscape, characteristic of the Art Nouveau style.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Tretyakov Gallery collection. Vasnetsov's artistic development was influenced by his brother Viktor and his time working in Abramtsevo, where he was exposed to the ideas of Vasily Polenov.
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Artist
Apollinary Mikhaylovich Vasnetsov (Russian: Аполлина́рий Миха́йлович Васнецо́в; 6 August 1856 – 23 January 1933) was a Russian painter and graphic artist.
