Aleksandr Yakovlevich Golovin (1863 - 1930)

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Aleksandr Yakovlevich Golovin

Aleksandr Yakovlevich Golovin (Russian: Алекса́ндр Я́ковлевич Голови́н) was a distinguished Russian artist and stage designer, celebrated for his vibrant and ornate creations in the realms of theatre and fine arts. Born in Moscow in 1863, Golovin initially pursued architecture before shifting his focus to painting, a move that enriched Russian art with his unique blend of symbolism and modernism. His academic journey took him from the Moscow School of Painting, Sculpture and Architecture to the Académie Colarossi in Paris, marking the beginning of a prolific career that intertwined Russian heritage with avant-garde European influences​​​​.

Golovin's artistic signature is evident in his stage designs for prominent figures like Sergei Diaghilev, Constantin Stanislavski, and Vsevolod Meyerhold. His work for the original production of Stravinsky's "The Firebird" ballet and the scenic design for Beaumarchais's "The Marriage of Figaro" at the Moscow Art Theatre showcases his ability to blend visual splendor with dramatic storytelling​​​​. Beyond the theatre, Golovin's paintings, such as portraits of Fyodor Chaliapin and Vsevolod Meyerhold, and works like "Porcelain and flowers" and "Silver willows," display his mastery over color and form, capturing the essence of Russian culture and the beauty of the natural world​​.

A figure of national pride, Golovin was honored as a People's Artist of the RSFSR, a testament to his significant contribution to Russian art and culture. His legacy continues to inspire, with his works preserved in the Russian Museum among other collections, serving as a testament to his enduring influence on Russian artistic expression​​.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Aleksandr Yakovlevich Golovin represents a pivotal figure in the evolution of Russian visual arts and stage design. His contributions to both fields remain invaluable, reflecting a unique blend of cultural heritage and innovative artistry. For updates related to Golovin, including new product sales and auction events, signing up for updates offers an exclusive insight into the world of this remarkable artist.

Date and place of birt:1 march 1863, Moscow, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:17 april 1930, St. Petersburg, USSR
Nationality:Russia, USSR, Russian Empire
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Designer, Graphic artist, Interior designer, Painter
Art school / group:Mir iskusstva, Union of Russian Artists
Genre:Landscape painting, Portrait, Still life
Art style:Impressionism, Modern art

Creators Russia

Evgenia Georgievna Lopukhina-Kamchatova (1893 - 1965)
Evgenia Georgievna Lopukhina-Kamchatova
1893 - 1965
Ivan Kuzmich Makarov (1822 - 1897)
Ivan Kuzmich Makarov
1822 - 1897
Pyotr Timofeyevich Fomin (1919 - 1996)
Pyotr Timofeyevich Fomin
1919 - 1996
Alexander Cozens (1717 - 1786)
Alexander Cozens
1717 - 1786
Vilhelms Purvītis (1872 - 1945)
Vilhelms Purvītis
1872 - 1945
Pyotr Vasilievich Basin (1793 - 1877)
Pyotr Vasilievich Basin
1793 - 1877
Nikolai Ivanovich Istselennov (1891 - 1981)
Nikolai Ivanovich Istselennov
1891 - 1981
Georgy Konstantinovich Savitsky (1887 - 1949)
Georgy Konstantinovich Savitsky
1887 - 1949
Vyacheslav Grigorevich Schwarz (1838 - 1869)
Vyacheslav Grigorevich Schwarz
1838 - 1869
Vasily Grigorevich Perov (1834 - 1882)
Vasily Grigorevich Perov
1834 - 1882
Konstantin Fyodorovich Yuon (1875 - 1958)
Konstantin Fyodorovich Yuon
1875 - 1958
Sonia Delaunay-Terk (1885 - 1979)
Sonia Delaunay-Terk
1885 - 1979
Boris Mikhailovich Nemensky (1922)
Boris Mikhailovich Nemensky
1922
Valery Ivanovich Jacobi (1834 - 1902)
Valery Ivanovich Jacobi
1834 - 1902
Kuzma Petrov-Vodkin (1878 - 1939)
Kuzma Petrov-Vodkin
1878 - 1939
Irina Fedorovna Blumel (1922 - 2008)
Irina Fedorovna Blumel
1922 - 2008

Creators Impressionism

Ludwig von Senger (1873 - 1937)
Ludwig von Senger
1873 - 1937
Robert van Vorst Sewell (1860 - 1924)
Robert van Vorst Sewell
1860 - 1924
Francisks Ignatievich Varslavan (1899 - 1949)
Francisks Ignatievich Varslavan
1899 - 1949
Alfred Roller (1864 - 1935)
Alfred Roller
1864 - 1935
Max Stern (1872 - 1943)
Max Stern
1872 - 1943
Erich Jaeckel (1901 - 1947)
Erich Jaeckel
1901 - 1947
Jankel Adler (1895 - 1949)
Jankel Adler
1895 - 1949
Franz Hoffmann-Fallersleben (1855 - 1925)
Franz Hoffmann-Fallersleben
1855 - 1925
Étienne Philippe Martin (1856 - 1945)
Étienne Philippe Martin
1856 - 1945
Francisco Corzas (1936 - 1983)
Francisco Corzas
1936 - 1983
Roy Lichtenstein (1923 - 1997)
Roy Lichtenstein
1923 - 1997
Aurel Bernat (1895 - 1982)
Aurel Bernat
1895 - 1982
Cesare Gheduzzi (1894 - 1943)
Cesare Gheduzzi
1894 - 1943
Karl Armbrust (1867 - 1928)
Karl Armbrust
1867 - 1928
Michael Vasilyevich Matyushin (1861 - 1934)
Michael Vasilyevich Matyushin
1861 - 1934
Henry James (1843 - 1916)
Henry James
1843 - 1916