Artist: Alexander Serafimovich Slashchev / Slashev (20th Century, Ukrainian / Russian School)
Title: Bathing after Haymaking
Date: 1978
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: Approx. 25 3/4 x 33 1/2 in
Condition Report: Craquelure and flaking in the upper right corner. Signed and dated in the lower right corner.

Description:
A serene and evocative depiction of a rural landscape, Bathing after Haymaking captures the peaceful respite of laborers as they bathe in the soft afternoon light. The artist employs a harmonious palette and expressive brushwork to render the warm glow of the setting sun reflecting off the figures and the surrounding countryside. The composition conveys a sense of tranquility, with the naturalistic yet impressionistic approach enhancing the timeless quality of the scene.

Signed and dated in the lower right corner, this piece exemplifies the artist’s ability to balance realism with lyrical atmosphere, evoking the simple beauty of rural life.