Show all images on one page	#002251 Title: Town of Uglich Artist: Yolkin Victor Size: 10x7x4 Size (inches): 4x2.75x1.5 Price : $550 SOLD!

Victor Yolkin og Kholuy is the artist who painted this composition that features the ancient Russian town of Uglich.
The name of the settlement Uglich first appears in Russian history chronicles in the year 937. The Uglich community was formed along a major trade route. In its history, Uglich has survived destruction by the Tatars and lived through the devastation of fires and plagues. Uglich is famous for Russia's darkest secret--the death of Prince Dimitry, son of Ivan the Terrible.
The Uglich fortress, or "Kremlin," stands on the bank of the Volga River. Several ancient churches are located within the "Kremlin" walls, the highlight of which is the beautiful Uspenskaya church of the 17th century. The Duke's chamber of the 15th century and the Resurrection "Voskresenskiy" convent is also located within the "Kremlin."
The center of the town also is a historical and architectural landmark. The streets are wide, with various churches standing side by side along the road. These churches vary in size and have domes and belfries of different shapes and designs, all of which add to the charm of this small town.
Uglich is known in Russia for watches. The local factory, which makes beautiful women's watches, is decorated with special "Finift" paintings on porcelain which are incorporated into the bands of the watches.
The current population of Uglich is about 35,000. The town has a watch factory, a cheese-making factory, and a hydropower station with a lock for the passing barges and passenger ships traveling on the Volga River. To appreciate the medieval atmosphere of Russia, it is well worth a trip from Moscow to Uglich, either by car, train, or ship.
The color palette used is full of browns, reds and greens. The use of gold in the composition is expertly executed; bringing a gleam to the composition that is not overbearing or obtrusive. Yolkin's trademark fine brushwork is especially noticeable in the trees and vegetation surrounding the many architectural landmarks.
The box is constructed from quality paper-mache. Black lacquer covers the exterior and red lacquer covers the interior of the box. The box isn't hinged, and rests on four legs. The work is signed and titled by the artist on the lid's interior. Here the artist also states that this piece is a creative artistic original.