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The Morning of the Streltsy Execution

By: Vasily Ivanovich Surikov

Uploaded By: Make MyArts

Art Number: AB01257

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The Artist of this Painting is Vasily Ivanovich Surikov (1848–1916) . For the details about License of this Painting, Please refer to the following links.

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In Vasily Ivanovich Surikov's monumental oil painting "The Morning of the Streltsy Execution," completed in 1881, a somber drama unfolds against the iconic backdrop of St. Basil's Cathedral. Rich earthy tones and muted colors dominate, punctuated by flashes of vibrant reds and golds. The canvas teems with figures, from condemned rebels to stern officials, each face a study in emotion. Surikov masterfully captures a pivotal moment in Russian history, as Peter the Great's modernizing regime clashes with the old guard. The painting's intricate details and complex composition invite viewers to unravel the tensions between tradition and progress, power and rebellion. Through this haunting scene, Surikov offers a profound meditation on the human cost of political change and the weight of impending fate.

Resource Type : Paintings

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