Attack of the Don Cossacks of Ataman M. I. Platov near the town of Nesvizh on July 27, 1812

This is one of the sketches in a series that the artist dedicated to the Patriotic War of 1812. This artwork vividly captures a historical battle scene, vividly portraying cavalry soldiers in mid-charge across a tumultuous battlefield. The dynamic movement of the horses, rendered with precision, highlights the intensity of the moment. The soldiers, clad in detailed uniforms, evoke a sense of period authenticity, their determined expressions underscoring the gravity of their mission. In the background, plumes of smoke rise, subtly indicating the chaos of war. Visible trees, stark against the sky, define the setting with a haunting sense of desolation. The use of muted colors enhances the somber mood, emphasizing the drama and urgency. This framed piece, with its refined border, draws the viewer in, making them almost feel the thunder of hooves and the tension in the air. The meticulous attention to detail and composition showcases the artists skill in bringing history to life.
Publication:
Златоверховникова О.Н. Семён Кожин. – М.: Принт люкс, 2007. – 120 с. Page 95
Златоверховникова О.Н. Семён Кожин. – М.: Белый город, 2009. – 64 с. – (Мастера живописи. Русские художники). ISBN: 9785779317184 Page 56
И. Щелоков ежемесячный литературно-художественный журнал "Подъём" 2012. Воронеж "200 лет Бородинскому сражению" Леонид Колпаков "Олицетворение негасимой любви и памяти" (Историческая живопись Семёна Кожина) Тираж 3000 экз. ISSN 0130-8165 Стр.131-133
Цветнова Т.Е., Салахов Т.Т., Рожин А.И. Семён Кожин Simon Kozhin – М.: Творчество, 2015. – 302 с. Page 264
Грицков В.В. Журнал "Русская История" 4 (35) "Образы минувшего Палитра художника" 2015 - М. ООО "Киммерийский центр", АНО "Журнал "Русская история" ISSN 2072-9103 Page 95
Exhibition:
2012 Exhibition of painting, drawing, sculpture and icon painting of the fine art masters of Russia dedicated to the 200th anniversary of the victory in the 1812 Patriotic War, mounted in the State Geology Museum of the Russian Academy of Sciences named after Vladimir Vernadsky, Moscow.
2016 «The Great People’s Country». Exhibition at Cultural Center «Ozerov House». (Kolomna)
2024 The exhibition "Tail-wind". Museum and exhibition complex "Academy of Watercolor and Fine Arts of Sergey Andriaka". (Moscow)