Exquisite transportation of gold in Siberia: Russian landscapes, snowy scenery, and elegant columns

(1850 Linz - 1924 Vienna) The transportation of gold in Siberia through snow-covered Russian landscapes, with galloping riders and columns of wagons. A characteristic work in the motif and style of the famous Viennese artist, who preferred to depict Russian horsemen, carriages, and sleighs in atmospheric winter landscapes, which are especially popular due to their vivid portrayal of movement and atmosphere. Because of his Russian subjects, Baumgartner also adopted the pseudonym or artistic name Konstantin Stoillow or Adolf Baumgartner-Stoilow. Oil on canvas; Size and signature: "A. Baumgartner-Stoilow" 50 cm x 81 cm. Original richly decorated frame.