The portrait of Surikov by Repin is an undoubted success of the artist. The master of psychological portrait perfectly conveys the character, the temperament of his colleague. Repinsky Surikov is full of strength and ambition. Black hair, fashionable beard, plump red lips, a slightly full face, black eyes – told about the fullness of health, about the bloom of strength of the hero.
In his eyes, noticeable barely perceptible embarrassment caused by the unusual nature of the role of a model. The viewer gets the feeling that Surikov is about to begin to stir, tired of stillness. White collar, black tie, jacket…
Surikov is a man with impeccable taste, smart and able to dress well. Neutral greenish background destroys the burgundy back of the chair, in harmony with the color of the hero’s lips, emphasizing the bright appearance and originality of the individual. It is felt that Repin with deep respect, with some even trepidation, refers to his colleague.