Artwork

Portrait of Sophia Dragomirova-Lukomskaya

Portrait of Sophia Dragomirova-Lukomskaya, by Valentin Serov, unspecified, 1900
Portrait of Sophia Dragomirova-Lukomskaya, by Valentin Serov, unspecified, 1900

Portrait of Sophia Dragomirova-Lukomskaya is an unspecified painting by the Impressionist artist Valentin Serov. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the Tretyakov Gallery.

About this work

Overview

Portrait of Sophia Dragomirova-Lukomskaya is a 1900 painting by Valentin Alexandrovich Serov, a prominent Russian artist known for his impressionist portraiture during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Sophia Dragomirova-Lukomskaya, focusing on her face with nuanced expression, set against a somber brown background, emphasizing her as the central subject.

Technique & Style

Serov blends realism with impressionist techniques, notably employing chiaroscuro to create depth and dimension on the subject's face, alongside loose, luminous brushwork.

History & Provenance

Created in 1900, the painting is part of the Tretyakov Gallery's collection, reflecting Serov's active work in major Russian art centers like St. Petersburg and Moscow.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Valentin Serov

Artist

Valentin Serov

Valentin Alexandrovich Serov (Russian: Валентин Александрович Серов; 19 January 1865 – 5 December 1911) was a Russian painter and draughtsman during the Belle Époque, active in St.

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