At the beginning of the 20th century, the whole world learned about the existence of such a phenomenon as the Russian Icon. Not long before that it was discovered by the Russians themselves. They began to clear the renovations of the old icons and look closely at the abandoned icons that were gathering dust in …
If you are interested in russian art, the Russian Museum in Saint-Petersburg is a real treasure chest. Of course, there is the State Tretyakov Gallery that is better known in foreign countries, but the Russian Museum is the best place to look for Repin, Bryullov, Aivazovsky, or other Russian masters. The painting that most people …
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The State Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow is the biggest museum of russian art in the world. Its history begins with a private collection made by Pavel Tretyakov (1832-1898). He had a humble character, democratic views, and a unique artistic taste. When Tretyakov decided to make his collection public and granted it to Moscow, Alexander I …
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In 2007, I entered the Vrubel hall for the first time. The light was dim. The walls were dark. While approaching the “Demon”, you inevitably fall into the other world. That world is inhabited with powerful and sad creatures. That world has the purple-red sky, which makes giant flowers turn to stone. The space of …
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“The Girl with Peaches” is not just a visit card of Valentin Serov (1865-1911). This is a unique work that allows us to understand the artist at a very deep level. There is so much of Serov “woven” in it that we can talk about it endlessly. Young Serov “The Girl with Peaches” shows how …
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In 1870, a group of young artists declared war on the principles of academic painting, which set strict stylistic limitations and only allowed to depict mythological and historical plots that were far from modern reality. But such art was only accessible to wealthy and educated people – nobility and merchantry. These artists, however, wanted to …
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Isaak Levitan (1860-1900) considered that the painting “Above The Eternal Peace” reflects his essence, his state of mind. But this work of his is less widely known as “Golden autumn” or “March”. Nothing strange since the last two are included into russian high school course. But the painting with sepulchral crosses didn’t match school program. …
These paintings are known to every Russian person since childhood. They are an integral part of Russian culture. And if you are interested in it, it is important to know these pictures. 1. The Last Day of Pompeii by Karl Bryullov (1833) The Russians learn about the tragedy of Pompey primarily dueto Karl Bryullov (1799-1852). …
Probably, everyone thought about the paradox of Malevich’s “Black Square”. You can’t think of anything easier than a black square. There is nothing easier than drawing a black square. Nevertheless, it is recognized as a masterpiece. If today it goes to open auction, collectors will buy it for 140 million $! How did this “misunderstanding” …
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