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The Ale-house at the Toll-bridge, 1868, (1965). Creator: Vasily Perov
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The Ale-house at the Toll-bridge, 1868, (1965). Creator: Vasily Perov
The Ale-house at the Toll-bridge, 1868, (1965). A Russian peasant woman sits huddled in a scarf on a sledge, waiting in the cold for her husband who is spending their meagre wages on drink in the tavern. In the distance, Tsarist eagles are silhouetted against the sunset. Painting, also known as The Last Tavern at the City Gates, in the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow. From " Russian Painting of the 18th and 19th Centuries" by Vladimir Fiala. [Artia, Czechoslovakia, 1965]
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Artia Cold Dark Evening Fiala Gate Miserable Peasant Peasants Perov Powerless Public House Setting Sun Sled Sledge Sunset Symbol Symbolic Tavern Twilight Vasily Vasily Perov Vladimir Vladimir Fiala Waiting Artistic Movement Toll Bridge Travois
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The Ale-house at the Toll-bridge, 1868
EDITORS COMMENTS
by Vasily Perov captures a poignant moment in Russian peasant life during the 19th century. In this evocative painting, we see a desolate scene where a weary woman sits bundled up on a sledge, waiting for her husband outside a tavern. The cold winter air bites at her as she anxiously waits for him to emerge from inside, knowing that their meager wages are being squandered on drink. As the sun sets in the distance, silhouettes of Tsarist eagles hover above, symbolizing both power and oppression. Perov's attention to detail is remarkable; he skillfully portrays not only the physical surroundings but also conveys deep emotions through his use of color and light. The painting is alternatively known as "The Last Tavern at the City Gates" which adds another layer of symbolism. It suggests that this ale-house represents more than just an establishment; it signifies an end to hope and prosperity for these impoverished peasants. Displayed in Moscow's State Tretyakov Gallery, this artwork stands as a testament to Perov's mastery of realism and his ability to capture human struggles with great sensitivity. Through his brushstrokes, he invites us into this somber world where poverty reigns supreme and individuals like this woman are left powerless against their circumstances. "The Ale-house at the Toll-bridge" serves as an important reminder of social inequality throughout history while showcasing Perov's immense talent as one of Russia's most celebrated painters.
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