Ilya Yefimovich Collection

The Ploughman (Leo Nikolayevich Tolstoy at the Plough), 1887, (1965). Creator: Il ya Repin
The Ploughman (Leo Nikolayevich Tolstoy at the Plough), 1887, (1965). Portrait of Russian author Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910) as a ploughman. Painting in the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Detail of the Zaporozhets writing a letter to the Turkish Sultan, 1880-1890, (1965). Reply of the Zaporozhian Cossacks to Sultan Mehmed IV of Turkey

Gaydamak, 1902, (1965). Creator: Il ya Repin
Gaydamak, 1902, (1965). From " Russian Painting of the 18th and 19th Centuries" by Vladimir Fiala. [Artia, Czechoslovakia, 1965]

Choosing the Tsars Bride, 1884, (1965). Creator: Il ya Repin
Choosing the Tsars Bride, 1884, (1965). Gathering of Russian women. From " Russian Painting of the 18th and 19th Centuries" by Vladimir Fiala. [Artia, Czechoslovakia, 1965]

Portrait of Mme Golovina, 1896, (1965). Creator: Il ya Repin
Portrait of Mme Golovina, 1896, (1965). Russian aristocrat Countess Natalia Golovina. Painting in the State Russian Museum, St Petersburg

The Arrest of a Propagandist, 1880-1889, (1965). Creator: Il ya Repin
The Arrest of a Propagandist, 1880-1889, (1965). A man is held as officials go through his documents. Painting in the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Portrait of Surgeon Nikolai Ivanovich Pirogov, 1881, (1965). Creator: Il ya Repin
Portrait of Surgeon Nikolai Ivanovich Pirogov, 1881, (1965). Nikolai Ivanovich Pirogov (1810-1881) was a prominent Russian scientist and doctor, and is considered to be the founder of field surgery

Portrait of A. P. Ignatiev, 1902, (1965). Creator: Il ya Repin
Portrait of A. P. Ignatiev, 1902, (1965). Count Alexei Pavlovich Ignatiev (1842-1906) was Russian Vice Minister of the Interior, cavalry general and member of State Council

Detail of the Burlaks on the Volga, 1870-1873, (1965). Creator: Il ya Repin
Detail of the Burlaks on the Volga, 1870-1873, (1965). Barge-haulers on the Volga river in Russia. Painting in the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Procession in the Kursk Gubernia, 1880-1883, (1965). Creator: Il ya Repin
Procession in the Kursk Gubernia, 1880-1883, (1965). Detail of Krestny Khod (Religious Procession) in Kursk Gubernia. Annual Easter procession of people in Kursk in western Russia

Leo Nikolayevich Tolstoy takes a Rest in the Woods, 1891, (1965). Creator: Il ya Repin
Leo Nikolayevich Tolstoy takes a Rest in the Woods, 1891, (1965). Portrait of Russian author Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910) reading in a forest

Surgeon Yevgeni Vasilyevich Pavlov (1845-1916) in the Operating Theatre, 1888, (1965). Russian surgeon performing an operation. Painting in the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Unexpected Return, 1884, (1965). Creator: Il ya Repin
Unexpected Return, 1884, (1965). The home-coming of a Russian political prisoner - the room portrayed is the artists living room and the models included members of his family

Portrait of the Poet Leonid Nikolayevich Andreyev, 1905, (1965). Creator: Il ya Repin
Portrait of the Poet Leonid Nikolayevich Andreyev, 1905, (1965). Russian playwright, novelist and short-story writer Andreyev (1871-1919)

Restless Soul (Portrait of the Artists Daughter, V. I. Repina), 1884, (1965). Creator
Restless Soul (Portrait of the Artists Daughter, V.I. Repina), 1884, (1965). Portrait, also titled Dragonfly, of Vera Ilyinichna Repina, the painters daughter

Annual Celebration by the Wall of the Communards at the... Cemetery in Paris, 1883, (1965)
Annual Celebration by the Wall of the Communards at the Pere-Lachaise Cemetery in Paris, 1883, (1965). Crowd of people at the Communards Wall (Mur des Federes) at the Pere Lachaise cemetery in Paris

Portrait of the Composer Modest Petrovich Mussorgsky, 1881, (1965). Creator: Il ya Repin
Portrait of the Composer Modest Petrovich Mussorgsky, 1881, (1965). Russian composer Modest Petrovich Musorgsky (1839-1881), painted in hospital 10 days before his death

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Ilya Yefimovich, a renowned Russian artist of the 19th century, captured the essence of his subjects with unparalleled skill and emotion. In his masterpiece "Detail of the Zaporozhets writing a letter to the Turkish Sultan, " created between 1880-1890, he brings to life the determination and resilience of these Cossack warriors as they pen their defiant message. Another iconic work by Ilya Yefimovich is "The Ploughman (Leo Nikolayevich Tolstoy at the Plough), " painted in 1887. This painting showcases Leo Tolstoy himself engaging in humble labor, symbolizing his connection with common people and their struggles. In "Gaydamak" from 1902, Ilya Yefimovich captures a moment frozen in time - an intense gaze that reveals both strength and vulnerability. The meticulous attention to detail highlights every crease on Gaydamak's weathered face, telling stories untold. One cannot overlook "Choosing the Tsars Bride" from 1884; it depicts an important decision being made amidst opulent surroundings. Through masterful brushwork, Ilya Yefimovich conveys both tension and anticipation within this historical scene. In "Portrait of Mme Golovina" painted in 1896, Ilya Yefimovich immortalizes beauty itself through delicate strokes that capture her gracefulness and elegance. "The Arrest of a Propagandist, " created between 1880-1889 portrays a gripping narrative where emotions run high as authorities detain those fighting for change during turbulent times. The intensity emanating from each brushstroke reflects Repin's ability to convey raw human emotion. Through his portrait titled "Surgeon Nikolai Ivanovich Pirogov" from 1881, Ilya Yefimovich pays homage to one of Russia's most celebrated medical pioneers. With precision and depth, he captures the determination and wisdom that lie behind Pirogov's eyes.