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Wood Stealer. Artist: Pryanishnikov, Illarion Mikhailovich (1840-1894)
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Wood Stealer. Artist: Pryanishnikov, Illarion Mikhailovich (1840-1894)
Wood Stealer. Found in the collection of the Regional Art Museum, Lugansk
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Country Life Country Side Estate Exploitation Feudal Feudalism Illarion Mikhailovich 1840 1894 Landlord Landowner Landowners Landownership Nobility Peasant Peasants Peasants Life Poacher Pryanishnikov Russian Nobility Serf Serfdom Serfs Vassal Aristocracy Lady Of The Manor Realism
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Caption: "Wood Stealer" by Illarion Mikhailovich Pryanishnikov (1840-1894) is a captivating painting that offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of feudalism in 19th-century Russia. This fine art piece, found in the collection of the Regional Art Museum in Lugansk, portrays a scene from country life where exploitation and social inequality were prevalent. The painting depicts a peasant laborer stealthily stealing wood from an estate's forest, highlighting the desperate measures taken by impoverished peasants to survive. The artist's meticulous attention to detail and use of realism allows viewers to immerse themselves in this poignant moment. Pryanishnikov masterfully captures not only the physical struggle faced by these serfs but also their psychological turmoil under oppressive landowners. The contrast between the lush countryside and the weary figure of the wood stealer serves as a stark reminder of their limited opportunities and lack of control over their own lives. Through "Wood Stealer". Pryanishnikov sheds light on larger themes such as class disparity, nobility, and serfdom within Russian society during this era. It serves as both an artistic masterpiece and historical document that invites contemplation on societal structures that perpetuated injustice for centuries. This oil-on-canvas genre painting stands as a testament to Pryanishnikov's talent for capturing human emotions while providing valuable insights into Russia's complex past.
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