Wassili Jakowlew's 1946 Portrait of Marshal Georgy Zhukov at the State Tretyakov Gallery

A 1946 portrait of Marshal Georgy Zhukov by Wassili Jakowlew is held at the State Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow. The painting depicts the Soviet military leader, created in the post-World War II period. The artwork was featured on the artcritical website on February 7, 2017. Jakowlew's work captures Zhukov in his official role as a marshal of the Soviet Union. The State Tretyakov Gallery, a major Russian museum, houses this historical piece. The portrait represents a significant example of Soviet-era art from the mid-20th century. Its inclusion in the gallery's collection highlights its cultural and historical importance. The image was shared online as part of artcritical's content.