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Repairing the Railway, 1874 (oil on canvas)
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Repairing the Railway, 1874 (oil on canvas)
BAL56608 Repairing the Railway, 1874 (oil on canvas) by Savitsky, Konstantin Apollonovich (1844-1905); 100x175 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright
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Repairing the Railway, 1874
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is a captivating oil on canvas painting by Russian artist Konstantin Apollonovich Savitsky. This remarkable artwork, measuring 100x175 cm, can be found in the prestigious Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, Russia. The scene depicted in this masterpiece transports us back to the 19th century and showcases manual labor at its finest. A group of hardworking peasants are diligently repairing a railway track with their bare hands and basic tools. The central focus of the composition is a determined laborer pushing a wheelbarrow filled with materials necessary for the task at hand. Savitsky's attention to detail brings life to each figure portrayed in this piece. Their weathered faces and worn-out clothing reflect years of tireless work and dedication to their craft. As part of the renowned Peredvizhniki group, known for their realistic portrayals of everyday life in Russia, Savitsky masterfully captures not only the physicality but also the spirit of these laborers. This painting serves as a powerful reminder of both human resilience and collective effort. It pays homage to those who labored tirelessly behind-the-scenes to build infrastructure that would shape Russia's future development. As we gaze upon "Repairing the Railway" we are transported into an era where hard work was revered and celebrated. It stands as a testament to both Savitsky's artistic prowess and his ability to immortalize ordinary individuals engaged in extraordinary acts of perseverance.
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