Artwork
October holiday in Rome
October holiday in Rome is an oil painting by Pimen Orlov. It dates from 1851 and is held in the collection of the Tretyakov Gallery.
About this work
Overview
October holiday in Rome is a 19th-century oil painting by Russian artist Pimen Orlov, created in 1851 during his time in Italy.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a festive outdoor scene with three figures in contemporary clothing, engaged in a joyful activity around a table, suggesting a celebratory atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Orlov's use of warm colors and dynamic composition conveys energy and a sense of celebration, while his application of chiaroscuro adds depth to the scene.
History & Provenance
Orlov, trained in the Classical style, spent much of his career in Italy. The painting is now part of the Tretyakov Gallery's collection.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Pimen Nikitich Orlov (Russian: Пи́мен Ники́тич Орлóв; 1812, near Malo-Foshchevaty, Ostrogozhsky Uyezd, Voronezh Governorate — 6 October 1865, Rome) was a Russian painter in the Classical style.
