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Portrait of Vaska Pepel (the Underworld), 1922 (oil on canvas)
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Portrait of Vaska Pepel (the Underworld), 1922 (oil on canvas)
1195687 Portrait of Vaska Pepel (the Underworld), 1922 (oil on canvas) by Grigoriev, Boris Dmitrievich (1886-1939); 92.5x72.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Russian, out of copyright
Media ID 23693272
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1922 20th Century Painting Artist Russian Bust Length Chill Contemplate Contemplating Contemplation Direct Gaze Fiction Gesture Gesturing Hand Gesture Hand Movement Hand Raised Looking At Camera Mature Mature Adult Mature Man Mature Men Maturity Maxim Gorky Middle Aged Named Writer One Man Only Outer Garment Pensive Pose Posed Posing Quarter Length Russian Artist Shirt Snow Covered Snowy Temperature Thoroughfare Thought Underworld White Color Wintry Ethnic Origin Fictional Character Grigoriev Headwear Portrait Style Portraiture Thinking
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This portrait, titled "Portrait of Vaska Pepel (the Underworld), 1922" captures the essence of a fictional character brought to life by artist Boris Dmitrievich Grigoriev. The oil on canvas print showcases Vaska Pepel, a mature man with an air of contemplation and depth in his eyes. Set against an urban backdrop, this early twentieth-century scene portrays Vaska Pepel outdoors, deep in thought. His quarter-length pose allows us to focus on his expressive face and the subtle hand gesture that adds intrigue to his character. Dressed in a jacket and hat, Vaska Pepel appears unfazed by the wintry chill around him. The snowy surroundings create a serene atmosphere as he gazes directly at the camera with a pensive expression. Grigoriev's masterful use of color brings out the white tones in Vaska's attire and highlights his posture, emphasizing his introspective nature. As we contemplate this enigmatic figure, we are reminded of Maxim Gorky's literary work that inspired this portrayal. Through Grigoriev's brushstrokes, we are transported into the world of fiction where characters like Vaska Pepel come alive. This remarkable print from Fine Art Finder not only showcases Grigoriev's artistic talent but also invites us to delve into our own thoughts and reflections. It serves as a timeless reminder that art has the power to evoke emotions and transport us into different realms - even those belonging to the underworlds within our imaginations.
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