19th C. Russian School Oil on Canvas Portrait of Lev Tolstoy

Description

19th-century oil on canvas portrait of the renowned Russian author Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910). The painting is housed in a prominent, ornate gold frame. The artwork is characterized by a dark background that focuses attention on Tolstoy's face and his long, white, and bushy beard. His expression is one of serious, contemplative reflection, with the eyes particularly detailed to convey depth and intellect.

Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910) was a Russian writer and moral philosopher, widely regarded as one of the greatest novelists of all time. Born into an aristocratic family, he is best known for his epic novels War and Peace and Anna Karenina.

Frame D: 24"x18-1/2"

Painting D: 18-1/2"x13-3/4"

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good Condition For Its Age

Materials & Techniques:
Canvas, Oil Paint

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Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good Condition For Its Age

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20%

Dimensions

18 x 13 x 4 in

19th C. Russian School Oil on Canvas Portrait of Lev Tolstoy

Lot 0887

Estimate $4,800-$7,430

Aug 7, 2026, 3:41 PM EDT

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