Who painted Koe Valaam ewala?

Koe Valaam ewala was painted by Fyodor Vasilyev in 1869.

Where can I see Koe Valaam ewala?

Koe Valaam ewala is held by Tretyakov Gallery.

What movement is Koe Valaam ewala?

Koe Valaam ewala is associated with Realism.

Can I buy a print of Koe Valaam ewala?

Museum-quality prints of Koe Valaam ewala are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Koe Valaam ewala

Fyodor Vasilyev , 1869

Koe Valaam ewala is an unspecified painting by the Realist artist Fyodor Vasilyev. It dates from 1869 and is held in the collection of the Tretyakov Gallery.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1869, *Koe Valaam ewala* is a landscape painting by the Russian artist Fyodor Vasilyev. Executed in a realist manner, the work captures a tranquil riverside scene with a narrow path, a modest wooden building, and a small boat anchored near the water. The sky is a clear blue, scattered with soft white clouds, conveying a calm, bucolic atmosphere.

Subject & Meaning

The composition centers on a peaceful waterway bordered by verdant trees and foliage. A dirt track leads the eye toward a humble structure, suggesting a quiet human presence within the natural setting. The painting invites contemplation of the harmony between everyday life and the surrounding landscape, emphasizing serenity and the subtle beauty of an unspoiled environment.

Technique & Style

Vasilyev employs meticulous observation, rendering the texture of bark and the delicate ripples on the water with fine brushwork. His palette favors natural greens and blues, while the handling of light creates a sense of depth and atmosphere. The work exemplifies a lyrical turn within Russian realism, where precise detail coexists with an emotive, poetic tone.

History & Provenance

Born in 1850, Fyodor Vasilyev produced this piece during his brief career before his death in 1873. *Koe Valaam ewala* entered the collection of Moscow’s Tretyakov Gallery, where it remains on display, representing an early example of the artist’s contribution to Russian landscape painting.

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Artist

Fyodor Vasilyev

Fyodor Alexandrovich Vasilyev (Russian: Фёдор Александрович Васильев; 1850 in Gatchina – 1873 in Yalta) was a Russian Imperial landscape painter who introduced the lyrical landscape style in Russian art.