The Unequal Marriage | Vasili Pukirev | 1863

The Unequal Marriage (1863) by Vasili Pukirev is a powerful realist painting depicting a young bride reluctantly marrying an elderly groom in a Russian Orthodox ceremony. Illuminated by a somber, golden light, the scene captures the emotional dissonance between duty and desire—the bride’s downcast expression contrasting sharply with the indifference of those around her. Through meticulous detail and moral gravity, Pukirev transforms a social critique of arranged marriages into a timeless study of innocence, coercion, and societal hypocrisy.

Print: 

A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean finish. This museum quality paper is extremely consistent and works perfectly with large, full colour graphics or illustrations. The matte finish emphasises different highlights and tones in the source artworks; helping to create stunning works of art.

- All prints feature a 0.25 inch white border to ensure space for framing. 

Our Eco Credentials Include:

• FSC approved or sustainably sourced paper
• Printed using water based inks
• Local fulfilment reduces carbon emissions
• Contains no plastic

Sizes:

11 x 14 Inches = 28 cm x 35.5 cm

16 x 20 Inches = 40.6 cm x 50.8 cm