Demonstration on October 17, 1905 (Sketch)
The painting Demonstration on October 17, 1905 (Sketch) by Ilya Yefimovich Repin is a stunning example of Realism, a style that the artist was known for. Created in 1906, this large oil on canvas painting measures 184 x 322 cm and depicts a crowd of people gathered in the street for a demonstration. The scene captures the energy and excitement of the event as the crowd marches together, with some individuals holding flags.
The painting The Uprising by Honoré Daumier is another example of a crowd scene, and can be viewed on /art/list/?Filter=9GENTT.
Artistic Style and Technique
Ilya Yefimovich Repin's use of Realism in this painting allows the viewer to feel like they are part of the scene. The attention to detail and the way the light falls on the subjects creates a sense of depth and dimensionality. The painting is set against a backdrop of buildings, which adds context to the location of the demonstration. You can find more information about Ilya Yefimovich Repin and his works on https://ArtsDot.com.Similar Works by the Artist
Some of Ilya Yefimovich Repin's other notable works include Portrait of the Art Critic Vladimir Stasov and Portrait of E. Mamontova. These paintings showcase the artist's ability to capture the essence of his subjects and are excellent examples of Realism. You can view these paintings on /art/list/?Filter=8EWJL3 and /art/list/?Filter=8EWJJL.- The painting is a large oil on canvas depiction of a crowd of people gathered in the street for a demonstration.
- The scene captures the energy and excitement of the event as the crowd marches together, with some individuals holding flags.
- The painting is set against a backdrop of buildings, which adds depth to the scene and provides context for the location of the demonstration.
The painting The Uprising by Honoré Daumier is another example of a crowd scene, and can be viewed on /art/list/?Filter=9GENTT.
Ilya Yefimovich Repin (1844 – 1930)
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About this artwork
- Title: Demonstration on October 17, 1905 (Sketch)
- Artist: Ilya Yefimovich Repin
- Year: 1906
- Original dimensions: 184.0 x 322.0 cm
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Color palette: Earthy
- Keywords: russian history art , russian realism , historical protest
- Color hue: Green Spectrum
- Color intensity: Balanced


