Adolf Iosifovich Charlemagne (1826 - 1901)

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Adolf Iosifovich Charlemagne

Adolf Iosifovich Charlemagne (Russian: Адольф Иосифович Шарлемань) was a renowned Russian painter, born in 1826 in Saint Petersburg. He excelled in historical, genre, and battle scenes, deeply influenced by his artistic lineage—his father was an architect and his grandfather a sculptor. Educated at the Imperial Academy of Arts under Fyodor Bruni and Bogdan Willewalde, Charlemagne's works are celebrated for their historical accuracy and intricate details.

Charlemagne's notable works include "The Capture of Kazan by Ivan the Terrible" and "The Battle of Kulikovo," which vividly capture significant moments in Russian history. His paintings are known for their meticulous attention to detail, dramatic compositions, and ability to convey the emotional intensity of historical events. These masterpieces are housed in prestigious Russian museums, showcasing his contributions to Russian cultural heritage.

Throughout his career, Charlemagne received numerous accolades, including the titles of Academician and Professor at the Imperial Academy of Arts. His dedication to historical accuracy and artistic excellence made him a prominent figure in Russian art.

For collectors and enthusiasts, owning a piece by Adolf Iosifovich Charlemagne means acquiring a significant part of Russian history. To stay updated on new product sales and auction events related to Charlemagne's works, sign up for our updates today.

Date and place of birt:20 december 1826, St. Petersburg, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:13 february 1901, St. Petersburg, Russian Empire
Nationality:Germany, Russia, France, Russian Empire
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Batalist, Designer, Educator, Genre painter, Graphic artist, Illustrator, Painter, Scenographer
Art school / group:Society of Russian Watercolorists
Genre:Genre art, History painting, Military art, Story-themed picture
Art style:Academism, Realism, Romanticism

Creators Germany

Käthe Loewenthal (1878 - 1942)
Käthe Loewenthal
1878 - 1942
Sigrid Kopfermann (1923 - 2011)
Sigrid Kopfermann
1923 - 2011
Otmar Alt (1940)
Otmar Alt
1940
Hans-Christian Koglin (1937 - 2007)
Hans-Christian Koglin
1937 - 2007
Horst Skodlerrak (1920 - 2001)
Horst Skodlerrak
1920 - 2001
Wilhelm Wagenfeld (1900 - 1990)
Wilhelm Wagenfeld
1900 - 1990
Joseph Rummelspacher (1852 - 1921)
Joseph Rummelspacher
1852 - 1921
Maria von Heider-Schweinitz (1894 - 1974)
Maria von Heider-Schweinitz
1894 - 1974
Hans Unger (1872 - 1936)
Hans Unger
1872 - 1936
Hans Schuler (1874 - 1951)
Hans Schuler
1874 - 1951
Johann Carl Schönheit (1730 - 1805)
Johann Carl Schönheit
1730 - 1805
Christian Berentz (1658 - 1722)
Christian Berentz
1658 - 1722
Alfred Fritzsching (1935)
Alfred Fritzsching
1935
Josef Dorls (1869 - 1945)
Josef Dorls
1869 - 1945
Heinrich von Zügel (1850 - 1941)
Heinrich von Zügel
1850 - 1941
Fritz Koenig (1924 - 2017)
Fritz Koenig
1924 - 2017

Creators Academism

Vera Mikhailovna Ermolaeva (1893 - 1937)
Vera Mikhailovna Ermolaeva
1893 - 1937
Edouard Huberti (1818 - 1880)
Edouard Huberti
1818 - 1880
Frans Vervloet (1795 - 1872)
Frans Vervloet
1795 - 1872
Eugeniusz Kazimirovsky (1873 - 1939)
Eugeniusz Kazimirovsky
1873 - 1939
John Byam Liston Shaw (1872 - 1919)
John Byam Liston Shaw
1872 - 1919
Aloïs Boudry (1851 - 1938)
Aloïs Boudry
1851 - 1938
Idelle Lois Weber (1932 - 2020)
Idelle Lois Weber
1932 - 2020
Arthur Uecker-Fensloff (1881 - 1934)
Arthur Uecker-Fensloff
1881 - 1934
Jan Hendrik van Grootveld (1808 - 1855)
Jan Hendrik van Grootveld
1808 - 1855
Alexander Vasilyevich (Usto) Nikolaev (Mumin) (1897 - 1957)
Alexander Vasilyevich (Usto) Nikolaev (Mumin)
1897 - 1957
Charles Louis de Frédy de Coubertin (1822 - 1908)
Charles Louis de Frédy de Coubertin
1822 - 1908
Catharine Carter Critcher (1868 - 1964)
Catharine Carter Critcher
1868 - 1964
Cölestin Brügner (1824 - 1887)
Cölestin Brügner
1824 - 1887
Hans Fronius (1903 - 1988)
Hans Fronius
1903 - 1988
Marc Sterling (1895 - 1976)
Marc Sterling
1895 - 1976
Adolphe Hervier (1818 - 1879)
Adolphe Hervier
1818 - 1879
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