Glass Place Mat : Arrival of a School Mistress in the Countryside, 1897 (oil on canvas)

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Arrival of a School Mistress in the Countryside, 1897 (oil on canvas)

BAL167458 Arrival of a School Mistress in the Countryside, 1897 (oil on canvas) by Makovsky, Vladimir Egorovic (1846-1920); 67x90 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

Media ID 12736728

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Awkward Bored Homesick Luggage Novelty Peredvizhniki Peredvizhniki Group Stranger Wistful Yearning Newcomer

Glass Place Mat (Set of 4)

Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Stylish and elegant polished safety glass, toughened and heat resistant (275x225mm, 7mm thick). Matching Coasters also available.

Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Elegant polished safety glass and heat resistant. Matching Coasters may also be available

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 19.6cm (10" x 7.7")

Estimated Product Size is 27.5cm x 22.5cm (10.8" x 8.9")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print, titled "Arrival of a School Mistress in the Countryside" artist Vladimir Egorovic Makovsky transports us to rural Russia in 1897. The scene depicts a young female teacher who has just arrived in an unfamiliar village, her face reflecting a mix of emotions. Seated on a bench with her luggage beside her, the school mistress appears both new and awkward in this foreign environment. Her wistful gaze suggests homesickness and yearning for familiarity. As she takes in her surroundings, one can almost feel her sense of being out of place. The painting beautifully captures the essence of culture shock as the teacher grapples with the novelty and challenges presented by rural life. The peredvizhniki group's influence is evident through their focus on depicting everyday scenes from Russian society. Despite feeling like a stranger amidst these rustic surroundings, there is also an air of determination about our protagonist. She embodies resilience as she prepares to embark on her role as an educator within this community. Makovsky's masterful use of oil on canvas brings depth and texture to every brushstroke, immersing viewers into this moment frozen in time. This artwork serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst feelings of boredom or uncertainty, it is through embracing new experiences that we grow and find our place in the world.

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