Artwork
Out of the woods
Out of the woods is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Mykola Pymonenko. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the Tretyakov Gallery.
About this work
Overview
Out of the Woods is a 1900 oil painting by Mykola Pymonenko, a Ukrainian artist known for his realistic depictions of everyday life.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a woman walking through a field, carrying a bundle of sticks, dressed in traditional clothing with embroidered details. The serene atmosphere and natural setting evoke a sense of peacefulness.
Technique & Style
Pymonenko's work is associated with the Impressionist movement, evident in the capture of light filtering through the trees. The use of oil paint allows for detailed rendering of textures and colors.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Tretyakov Gallery's collection. Pymonenko was active in Kyiv, and his work often focused on rural life and working-class people.
Artist & collection
Artist
Mykola Kornylovych Pymonenko (Ukrainian: Микола Корнилович Пимоненко; 9 March 1862 – 8 April 1912) was a Ukrainian realist painter who lived and worked in Kyiv.
