Artwork

Chorus girl

Chorus girl, by Konstantin Korovin, oil, 1892
Chorus girl, by Konstantin Korovin, oil, 1892

Chorus girl is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Konstantin Korovin. It dates from 1892 and is held in the collection of the Tretyakov Gallery.

About this work

Overview

Chorus girl is a 1892 oil painting by Konstantin Korovin, a prominent figure in Russian Impressionism. It is part of the Tretyakov Gallery's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a woman seated in a chair, wearing a blue dress and a hat trimmed with white fur. Her neutral expression and relaxed posture convey a sense of calm.

Technique & Style

Korovin employed bold brushstrokes and impasto to capture a sense of movement and energy. The dark background, with hints of greenery, contrasts with the subject's attire, emphasizing her presence.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Konstantin Korovin

Artist

Konstantin Korovin

Konstantin (Constantin) Alekseyevich Korovin (Russian: Константи́н Алексе́евич Коро́вин; 5 December 1861 – 11 September 1939) was a leading Russian Impressionist painter.

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