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L appariement (The Matchmaking). Rencontre organisee autour d une tasse de the, pour l organisation du mariage d un jeune couple. Peinture de Nikolai Vasilyevich Nevrev (1830-1904), huile sur toile, 1888. Art russe 19e siecle
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L appariement (The Matchmaking). Rencontre organisee autour d une tasse de the, pour l organisation du mariage d un jeune couple. Peinture de Nikolai Vasilyevich Nevrev (1830-1904), huile sur toile, 1888. Art russe 19e siecle
FIA5371511 L appariement (The Matchmaking). Rencontre organisee autour d une tasse de the, pour l organisation du mariage d un jeune couple. Peinture de Nikolai Vasilyevich Nevrev (1830-1904), huile sur toile, 1888. Art russe 19e siecle. State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscou by Nevrev, Nikolai Vasilievich (1830-1904); State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow; Photo © Fine Art Images
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Bourgeoisie Chatting Doubt Engagement Marriage Proposal Shyness Conversation
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L'appariement (The Matchmaking) - A Delicate Tea Gathering for a Young Couple's Marriage Arrangement
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. In this 19th-century Russian artwork, Nikolai Vasilyevich Nevrev skillfully captures the essence of a carefully orchestrated meeting to arrange the marriage of a young couple. The scene unfolds around an elegantly set table, where a man and woman engage in conversation over cups of tea. Painted with oil on canvas in 1888, this masterpiece showcases Nevrev's talent for depicting human emotions and societal customs. The painting exudes an atmosphere filled with anticipation, doubt, and shyness as the couple navigates their future together. Surrounding them are various elements that symbolize tradition and family values: chairs representing stability, furniture signifying domesticity, and parents observing their children's union with mixed emotions. Nevrev expertly portrays the complexities of matchmaking within bourgeois society during this era. The artist invites viewers to reflect upon the intricate dynamics involved in arranging marriages while capturing subtle nuances like sadness or uncertainty that may arise from such unions. Displayed at Moscow's State Tretyakov Gallery, "L'appariement" stands as a testament to Russian artistry from the 19th century. Its vibrant colors bring life to each brushstroke while evoking curiosity about cultural practices prevalent during that time. This remarkable piece serves as both an aesthetic delight and historical documentation of social customs surrounding marriage proposals in Russia. It reminds us how art can capture not only beauty but also profound aspects of human existence across different periods and cultures.
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