Moscow Street in the 17th Century on a Public Holiday by Andrei Petrovich Ryabushkin. A woman in a vibrant red coat walks through a muddy 17th-century Moscow street crowded with people in traditional dress.

Moscow Street in the 17th Century on a Public Holiday

Andrei Petrovich Ryabushkin

1895 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A striking historical scene of old Moscow, featuring a central figure in a brilliant red coat navigating a bustling, muddy street.

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A bold work with active energy with warm, lived-in color — supports a polished room with depth.

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Living Room · Commercial Space · Study
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Reads best above substantial furniture or an open wall
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
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Charcoal black, Rich brown, Soft gray

About the piece

Andrei Ryabushkin’s 1895 masterpiece offers a vivid window into 17th-century Russian life. The composition is anchored by a woman in a luminous red coat who carefully treads through the thick mud of a Moscow street, surrounded by townsfolk in traditional holiday attire and the distinct wooden architecture of the era. The contrast between the brilliant garment and the earthy tones of the setting creates a compelling visual narrative.

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