Anton Tchekhov et la dame au petit chien

This bronze monument in Yalta depicts a gentleman and a lady walking together with her small dog. The artwork stands along the waterfront promenade and captures a scene directly from the literary narrative.

The monument honors Anton Chekhov's 1899 short story titled 'The Lady with the Dog'. Chekhov wrote this tale during his time staying at the White Dacha in Yalta.

The sculpture shows two figures from Chekhov's story, conveying the sense of an encounter that will change both characters' lives. You can read the tension between them in their postures as you walk around the monument.

The monument sits directly on Yalta's waterfront boulevard and is easy to reach on foot. The site is accessible year-round and works well as part of a casual stroll along the coast.

The sculpture includes a tiny Pomeranian dog beside the lady, a detail that embodies Chekhov's original story. Many visitors overlook this charming small companion that brings the scene to life.