Who painted Morning of the Execution of the Streltsy?

Morning of the Execution of the Streltsy was painted by Vasily Surikov in 1891.

Where can I see Morning of the Execution of the Streltsy?

Morning of the Execution of the Streltsy is held by Tretyakov Gallery.

What movement is Morning of the Execution of the Streltsy?

Morning of the Execution of the Streltsy is associated with Realism.

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Artwork

Morning of the Execution of the Streltsy

Vasily Surikov , 1891

Morning of the Execution of the Streltsy is an oil painting by the Realist artist Vasily Surikov. It dates from 1891 and is held in the collection of the Tretyakov Gallery.

About this work

The work shows the public hanging that followed the Streltsy's failed revolt of 1698, set just outside the Kremlin walls.

Morning of the Execution of the Streltsy is an oil painting by Vasily Surikov, completed in 1881. The work shows the public hanging that followed the Streltsy's failed revolt of 1698, set just outside the Kremlin walls.

Surikov chose a dramatic moment to record the sorrow and tension of the crowd. He worked in oil to give the scene weight and depth. The painting captures the cold morning light and the stark faces of soldiers and onlookers.

You can see it on display at the Tretyakov Gallery.

Overview

Morning of the Execution of the Streltsy is an 1881 oil painting by Vasily Ivanovich Surikov, depicting a pivotal moment in Russian history: the aftermath of the Streltsy's 1698 uprising.

Subject & Meaning

The painting portrays the public execution of the Streltsy rebels outside the Kremlin walls, focusing on the somber atmosphere and emotional tension among the crowd of soldiers and spectators.

Technique & Style

Surikov utilized oil paint to achieve depth and weight in the scene, capturing the harsh, cold morning light and the stark, expressive faces of the figures.

History & Provenance

Completed in 1881, the work is part of the permanent collection at the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, where it remains on display.

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Artist

Vasily Surikov

Vasily Ivanovich Surikov (Russian: Василий Иванович Суриков; 24 January 1848 – 19 March 1916) was a Russian Realist painter, active in Moscow during Tsars Alexander III and Nicholas II's reigns, renowned for his large history pictures.