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The Umbrella, 1883 (oil on canvas)
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The Umbrella, 1883 (oil on canvas)
SRM92437 The Umbrella, 1883 (oil on canvas) by Bashkirtseva, Maria Konstantinova (1860-84); 93x74 cm; State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; eState Russian Museum; Russian, out of copyright
Media ID 22383742
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Lonely Rain Raining Solitary Vulnerable
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In this photo print, we are transported back to 1883 as we gaze upon Maria Konstantinova Bashkirtseva's masterpiece, "The Umbrella". This oil on canvas painting, measuring 93x74 cm, is housed in the prestigious State Russian Museum in St. Petersburg. The image depicts a young girl standing alone under an umbrella amidst a torrential downpour. The somber black tones evoke a sense of solitude and vulnerability, highlighting the child's isolation in the midst of nature's fury. As raindrops cascade around her, she stands resolute yet fragile against the elements. Bashkirtseva's work not only captures a moment frozen in time but also delves into deeper themes such as loneliness and introspection. The girl's solitary figure invites contemplation about our own experiences with solitude and how it shapes us. Beyond its emotional resonance, "The Umbrella" also serves as a testament to meteorology and weather science. By depicting rainfall so vividly, Bashkirtseva showcases her keen observation skills while simultaneously blurring the line between art and scientific inquiry. This stunning painting from Fine Art Finder reminds us of the power that art holds to transcend time and connect us with both our emotions and our understanding of the world around us.
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