Artwork

For the calculation (Layoff)

For the calculation (Layoff), by Ivan Bogdanov, oil, 1896
For the calculation (Layoff), by Ivan Bogdanov, oil, 1896

For the calculation (Layoff) is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Ivan Bogdanov. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the Tretyakov Gallery.

About this work

Overview

For the calculation (Layoff) is an 1896 oil painting by Ivan Bogdanov, a Russian and Soviet artist active during a period of stylistic transition in Russian art. The work is part of the Tretyakov Gallery's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting portrays a bearded man in a long coat and boots, standing in a furnished room with rustic decor, including a table, chairs, rug, pictures, and a birdcage. His attire and the room's ambiance suggest a rural setting, with the scene's warmth and soft lighting evoking a sense of coziness.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil paint, the work aligns with post-impressionist tendencies, characterized by its realistic depiction of everyday life, detailed rendering of subjects, and the use of a warm color palette to create a inviting atmosphere.

History & Provenance

Created in 1896 by Ivan Bogdanov (1855-?), the painting is now held in the collection of the Tretyakov Gallery, reflecting the artist's contribution to Russian art's evolution during the late 19th and early Soviet periods.

Context

Bogdanov's work, including 'For the calculation (Layoff)', reflects his focus on capturing the mundane aspects of life, positioning him within the broader context of late 19th-century Russian artists exploring realism and the everyday.

Legacy

While specific legacy details of 'For the calculation (Layoff)' are not highlighted, Bogdanov's overall body of work, including this piece, contributes to the historical narrative of Russian art's transition and the development of realistic depictions of everyday life.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Ivan Bogdanov

Artist

Ivan Bogdanov

Ivan Petrovich Bogdanov (Russian: Иван Петрович Богданов; 17 August 1855 – 25 December 1932) was a Russian and Soviet painter.

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