A poor shot

A poor shot by Konstantin Korovin
Artist
Konstantin Korovin
Date
c.1880
Style
Impressionism
Genre
Genre painting
Location
Tretyakov Gallery
"A Poor Shot" is a captivating genre painting that captures a candid, everyday moment with remarkable realism. The artwork is executed on a canvas using oil paints, allowing for rich textures and vivid colors. The artist’s brushwork exhibits features of Impressionism, with loose, expressive strokes that suggest motion and atmosphere. While primarily rooted in realism, the style hints at experimental elements that challenge traditional boundaries. The painting’s honest depiction invites viewers to reflect on the mundane yet meaningful scenes of daily life.

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