Who painted Genesareth uzda?

Genesareth uzda was painted by Vasily Polenov in 1894.

Where can I see Genesareth uzda?

Genesareth uzda is held by Yaroslavl Art Museum.

What movement is Genesareth uzda?

Genesareth uzda is associated with Realism.

Artwork

Genesareth uzda

Vasily Polenov , 1894

Genesareth uzda is an oil painting by the Realist artist Vasily Polenov. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Yaroslavl Art Museum.

About this work

Overview

Created circa 1894, *Genesareth uzda* is an oil painting by Russian realist Vasily Polenov. The work exemplifies the Peredvizhniki’s commitment to accessible, uplifting subjects, reflecting Polenov’s belief that art should promote happiness. It is part of the Yaroslavl Art Museum’s collection.

Subject & Meaning

The canvas presents a natural scene: a body of water occupies the left side, while distant mountains rise in the background. In the foreground, a blend of green vegetation and rocky outcrops creates a tranquil, pastoral atmosphere that aligns with the artist’s intent to evoke joy through landscape.

Technique & Style

Polenov employed oil paint to achieve a layered sense of depth, allowing the texture of foliage and stone to emerge through visible brushwork. The handling of light and color, characteristic of realist landscape painting, underscores the physicality of the terrain while maintaining a harmonious composition.

History & Provenance

Since its completion in the mid‑1890s, the painting has remained in Russia, eventually entering the holdings of the Yaroslavl Art Museum. Its provenance reflects the artist’s standing within the Peredvizhniki and the museum’s focus on regional realist works.

Artist & collection

Artist

Vasily Polenov

Vasily Dmitrievich Polenov (Russian: Василий Дмитриевич Поленов; 1 June 1844 – 18 July 1927) was a Russian landscape painter associated with the Peredvizhniki movement of realist artists.