{"product_id":"portrait-of-sergei-kramskoy-ivan-kramskoy","title":"Portrait of Sergei Kramskoy - Ivan Kramskoy","description":"\u003cp\u003eA sensitive 1876 portrait by Ivan Kramskoy depicting his young son, Sergei, dressed in a formal military uniform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIvan Kramskoy, a central figure in the Peredvizhniki movement, painted this portrait of his son, Sergei, in 1876. The work captures the young boy dressed in a miniature military uniform, a common stylistic choice for nineteenth-century portraiture that often reflected the aspirations or social standing of the family. Kramskoy employs a dark, moody background that contrasts with the lighter tones of the boy's face and hair, drawing the viewer's attention to the subject's expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is straightforward, placing Sergei in a standing position within a natural setting. The uniform, complete with epaulettes and brass buttons, is rendered with precise attention to detail, demonstrating the artist's technical skill in handling textures and light. The dark coat provides a solid visual anchor, while the soft, blurred greenery behind him suggests an outdoor environment without distracting from the figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKramskoy was known for his psychological depth in portraiture, and this work is no exception. Despite the formal attire, the boy's gaze remains gentle and contemplative. The painting reflects the artist's ability to balance the demands of formal portraiture with a personal, intimate connection to his subject. The muted colour palette, dominated by deep blues, blacks, and earthy greens, creates a sense of quiet gravity. This piece remains a fine example of Russian realism from the late nineteenth century, showcasing the artist's focus on human character and precise observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/girl-with-distaff-matthijs-maris\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eGirl with Distaff - Matthijs Maris — Matthijs Maris\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gipsmodellen-voor-beeldhouwwerken-op-het-palais-du-louvre-edouard-denis-baldus-5\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eGipsmodellen voor beeldhouwwerken op het Palais du Louvre - Édouard Denis Baldus — Édouard Denis Baldus\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ivan Kramskoi","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435329622351,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435348529487,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435348562255,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58435348595023,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58435348627791,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58435348660559,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58435348693327,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58435348726095,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58435348758863,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58435348791631,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58435348824399,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58435348857167,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Sergei-Kramskoy_Poster_CompositorV1_1786202075865.jpg?v=1786323319","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/portrait-of-sergei-kramskoy-ivan-kramskoy","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}