Alexander Alexandrovich Osmerkin (1892 - 1953)

Alexander Alexandrovich Osmerkin (1892 - 1953) - photo 1

Alexander Alexandrovich Osmerkin

Alexander Alexandrovich Osmerkin (Russian: Александр Александрович Осмёркин) was a Russian avant-garde artist celebrated for his contributions to the development of Russian art in the early 20th century. His journey into the arts was deeply influenced by his childhood exposure to art and literature, which was nurtured by his family and the artistic environment of Moscow, where he later moved to study and work. Osmerkin's early fascination with the works of great artists like Vrubel and his admiration for Pushkin's poetry significantly shaped his artistic development​​.

Throughout his career, Osmerkin was an influential figure in the Russian avant-garde movement, closely associated with the "Jack of Diamonds" group. His work displayed a vibrant expression of color and form, which he explored alongside notable contemporaries such as Ilya Mashkov and Pyotr Konchalovsky. Osmerkin's versatility spanned painting, graphic art, stage design, and art teaching, leaving a lasting impact on the Soviet art scene. His dedication to art education saw him teaching at prestigious institutions like VKhUTEMAS and the Surikov Institute of Fine Arts in Moscow, influencing a generation of artists​​​​.

Despite facing significant challenges during the Stalin era, including accusations of formalism and a ban from teaching and exhibiting, Osmerkin's creative spirit remained undiminished. He continued to produce a vast body of work, including over 700 pieces, ranging from landscapes to still lifes, which are now housed in major Russian museums like the Tretyakov Gallery, the Museum of Fine Arts in Moscow, and the State Russian Museum in St. Petersburg​​.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Alexander Alexandrovich Osmerkin's work represents a critical link in the evolution of Russian avant-garde art, offering insights into the cultural and political landscape of early 20th-century Russia. His legacy continues to inspire and captivate audiences, underscored by his profound influence on his students and the broader artistic community.

For updates on exhibitions and auction events featuring Alexander Alexandrovich Osmerkin's work, sign up for our newsletter. Stay informed on the latest sales and discover the rich history of this pivotal figure in Russian avant-garde art.

Date and place of birt:8 december 1892, Kropyvnytskyi, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:25 june 1953, Moscow, USSR
Nationality:Russia, Ukraine, USSR, Russian Empire
Period of activity: XX century
Specialization:Artist, Educator, Graphic artist, Painter
Art school / group:Knave of Diamonds
Genre:Landscape painting, Portrait, Still life
Art style:Avant-garde
Steamboat on the Neva by the Admiralty, Leningrad - Auction prices

Auction prices Alexander Alexandrovich Osmerkin

All lots

Creators Russia

Petr Ivanovich Petrovichev (Kuzmichev) (1874 - 1947)
Petr Ivanovich Petrovichev (Kuzmichev)
1874 - 1947
Pyotr Andreyevich Pavlensky (1984)
Pyotr Andreyevich Pavlensky
1984
Aleksandr Vasilievich Shevchenko (1883 - 1948)
Aleksandr Vasilievich Shevchenko
1883 - 1948
Viktor Dmitrievich Pivovarov (1937)
Viktor Dmitrievich Pivovarov
1937
Andrey Valerianovich Marts (1924 - 2002)
Andrey Valerianovich Marts
1924 - 2002
Abram Borisovich Grushko (1918 - 1980)
Abram Borisovich Grushko
1918 - 1980
Vasily Dmitrievich Milioti (1875 - 1943)
Vasily Dmitrievich Milioti
1875 - 1943
Boris Vikentievich Stavitsky (1920 - 2000)
Boris Vikentievich Stavitsky
1920 - 2000
Vladimir Nikolaevich Aralov (1893 - 1972)
Vladimir Nikolaevich Aralov
1893 - 1972
William Edwards Cook (1881 - 1959)
William Edwards Cook
1881 - 1959
Igor Emmanuilovich Grabar (1871 - 1960)
Igor Emmanuilovich Grabar
1871 - 1960
Vladimir Yakovlevich Shcherban (1919 - 2005)
Vladimir Yakovlevich Shcherban
1919 - 2005
Vladimir Ivanovich Moshkov (1792 - 1839)
Vladimir Ivanovich Moshkov
1792 - 1839
Mukhamedkhanafia Telzhanov (1927 - 2013)
Mukhamedkhanafia Telzhanov
1927 - 2013
Sergey Ivanovich Sedrac (1878 - 1974)
Sergey Ivanovich Sedrac
1878 - 1974
Raphael Schwartz (1874 - 1942)
Raphael Schwartz
1874 - 1942

Creators Avant-garde

Nikolai Pavlovich Akimov (1901 - 1968)
Nikolai Pavlovich Akimov
1901 - 1968
Reinhold Zulkowski (1899 - 1966)
Reinhold Zulkowski
1899 - 1966
Anatoly Rafailovich Brusilovsky (1932)
Anatoly Rafailovich Brusilovsky
1932
Gevorg Stepanovich Grigoryan (1897 - 1976)
Gevorg Stepanovich Grigoryan
1897 - 1976
Denis Bowen (1921 - 2006)
Denis Bowen
1921 - 2006
Vladimir Ivanovich Akulov (1954)
Vladimir Ivanovich Akulov
1954
Lado Gudiashvili (1896 - 1980)
Lado Gudiashvili
1896 - 1980
Eduard Leonidovich Zelenin (1938 - 2002)
Eduard Leonidovich Zelenin
1938 - 2002
Sergei Alexandrovich Anufriev (1964)
Sergei Alexandrovich Anufriev
1964
Achille Lucien Mauzan (1883 - 1952)
Achille Lucien Mauzan
1883 - 1952
Aleksandr Vasilievich Shevchenko (1883 - 1948)
Aleksandr Vasilievich Shevchenko
1883 - 1948
Sergio Lombardo (1939)
Sergio Lombardo
1939
Iurii Borisovich Ganrio (1921 - 1982)
Iurii Borisovich Ganrio
1921 - 1982
Ossip Zadkine (1890 - 1967)
Ossip Zadkine
1890 - 1967
Ada Gilmore Chaffee (1883 - 1955)
Ada Gilmore Chaffee
1883 - 1955
Millard Owen Sheets (1907 - 1989)
Millard Owen Sheets
1907 - 1989
× Create a Search Subscription