The artwork, titled “On the Shore of the Gulf of Finland. Udrias Near Narva,” was created by the artist Ivan Shishkin in 1888. Belonging to the Realism art movement and categorized under the landscape genre, this piece exemplifies Shishkin’s masterful depiction of nature.
In the artwork, a serene coastal scene is presented, characterized by a dramatic cliff overlooking the expansive Gulf of Finland. The foreground is adorned with wildflowers and tall grasses, leading the viewer’s eye towards two figures standing near the cliff’s edge. The middle ground is dominated by the lush greenery of trees and shrubs, gradually transitioning into the calm waters of the Gulf. The distant horizon is marked by rolling hills and a seemingly endless sky, providing a sense of depth and tranquility. The elements are rendered with meticulous detail and a harmonious palette, reflecting the realistic and naturalistic style typical of Shishkin’s oeuvre.
