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Le jour de la pension. (Deux anciens combattants infirmes et portant leurs decorations militaires sur leur uniforme, vont a la banque pour toucher leur pension de retraite. Devant la banque, une petite mendiante les regarde avec insistance)
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Le jour de la pension. (Deux anciens combattants infirmes et portant leurs decorations militaires sur leur uniforme, vont a la banque pour toucher leur pension de retraite. Devant la banque, une petite mendiante les regarde avec insistance)
FIA5382021 Le jour de la pension. (Deux anciens combattants infirmes et portant leurs decorations militaires sur leur uniforme, vont a la banque pour toucher leur pension de retraite. Devant la banque, une petite mendiante les regarde avec insistance). Peinture de Leonid Ivanovich Solomatkin (1837-1883), huile sur toile, 1878. Art russe, 19e siecle, realisme. State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscou. by Solomatkin, Leonid Ivanovich (1837-83); State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow; Photo © Fine Art Images
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Le jour de la pension
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is a poignant painting by Leonid Ivanovich Solomatkin that captures the struggles and contrasts of life in 19th century Russia. In this scene, two disabled war veterans, proudly wearing their military decorations on their uniforms, make their way to the bank to collect their retirement pensions. As they approach the bank, a small beggar girl gazes at them intently. Solomatkin's realistic portrayal highlights the hardships faced by these former soldiers who have sacrificed so much for their country. One veteran leans heavily on his walking stick while another relies on a wooden leg and crutch. Their worn-out appearances speak volumes about the toll war has taken on them physically and emotionally. The presence of the young beggar girl adds an additional layer of complexity to the composition. Her persistent gaze suggests curiosity or perhaps even envy as she witnesses these men receiving financial support from society while she remains destitute. Through this painting, Solomatkin invites us to reflect upon themes of poverty, inequality, and compassion within Russian society during that time period. The artist skillfully captures both sadness and resilience in his subjects' faces as they navigate through old age with dignity despite their disabilities. Displayed at Moscow's State Tretyakov Gallery, "Le jour de la pension" serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by those who serve in armed forces and raises questions about societal responsibility towards its most vulnerable members.
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