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The reading of the novella The Kreutzer Sonata at the Leo Tolstoy House, 1889. Artist: Myasoedov, Grigori Grigoryevich (1834-1911)
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The reading of the novella The Kreutzer Sonata at the Leo Tolstoy House, 1889. Artist: Myasoedov, Grigori Grigoryevich (1834-1911)
The reading of the novella The Kreutzer Sonata at the Leo Tolstoy House, 1889. Found in the collection of the Institut of Russian Literature IRLI (Pushkin-House), St Petersburg
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Essayist Grigori Grigoryevich 1834 1911 Leo Tolstoy Lev Nikolayevich Tolstoy Lev Tolstoy Myasoedov Novelist Peredvizhniki Russian Essayists Russian Literature Russian Novelists Russian Painting Of 19th Cen Russian Writer Russian Writers The Itinerants The Wanderers Tolstoy Yasnaya Polyana Allegory And Literature
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The reading of the novella The Kreutzer Sonata at the Leo Tolstoy House, 1889
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is a captivating painting by Grigori Grigoryevich Myasoedov that captures a significant moment in Russian literary history. Set in the tranquil surroundings of Yasnaya Polyana, Leo Tolstoy's estate, this artwork depicts an intimate gathering where the renowned author himself reads aloud his powerful novella. The scene exudes an aura of intellectual stimulation and artistic camaraderie as Tolstoy's fellow writers and intellectuals listen attentively to his words. Each individual present seems engrossed in their own thoughts, reflecting on the profound themes explored within "The Kreutzer Sonata". Myasoedov skillfully portrays their expressions and body language, capturing both curiosity and contemplation. This masterpiece not only celebrates Tolstoy's genius but also pays homage to Russian literature as a whole. It serves as a reminder of the impact these great minds had on shaping cultural discourse during the 19th century. The painting belongs to a collection housed at St Petersburg's Institut of Russian Literature IRLI (Pushkin-House), preserving this important piece for future generations. Myasoedov employs oil on canvas technique with meticulous attention to detail, creating lifelike figures against a backdrop that blends elements of genre scenes with allegorical references. Through this composition, he manages to convey not just historical accuracy but also symbolic depth. "The reading of the novella The Kreutzer Sonata at the
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