Aleksandr Mikhailovich Gerasimov (1881 - 1963)

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Aleksandr Mikhailovich Gerasimov

Aleksandr Mikhailovich Gerasimov (Russian: Алекса́ндр Миха́йлович Гера́симов)  was a Russian and Soviet painter, born on August 12, 1881, in Kozlov (now Michurinsk), in the Tambov Governorate of the Russian Empire. He is best recognized for his leading role in promoting socialist realism in visual arts, notably through his portraits of Joseph Stalin and other Soviet leaders​​. Gerasimov's education at the Moscow School of Painting, Sculpture, and Architecture honed his skills, guided by masters like K.A. Korovin, A.E. Arkhipov, and V.A. Serov. His style, a blend of academic realism with impressionistic influences, vividly depicted the Russian landscape, leaders, and the daily life of the Soviet era​​.

His works, rich in emotionality and composition mastery, span across various themes from state portraits to landscapes and still lifes, showcasing a deep love for the Russian landscape's innate beauty. Gerasimov's contributions to art include not only significant political portraits but also captivating scenes of nature and life in Russia, marked by their emotional depth and vibrant colors. His paintings like "Stalin and Voroshilov in the Kremlin" won him the Stalin Prize in 1941, cementing his status in Soviet art history​​​​.

Gerasimov's artistry extends beyond his political work; his landscapes and portrayals of Russian expanses convey a deep lyrical sentiment, reflecting his profound connection and love for his homeland. His mastery across various mediums—oil, watercolor, gouache, and more—allowed him to explore and express a wide range of subjects, from portraits and landscapes to still lifes, showcasing his versatility and depth as an artist​​.

For those interested in the intersection of art and history, Aleksandr Mikhailovich Gerasimov's work offers a fascinating window into Soviet-era Russia, its leaders, and its landscapes. To stay updated on exhibitions and sales of Gerasimov's works, sign up for updates specifically focused on new product sales and auction events related to this distinguished artist.

Date and place of birt:12 august 1881, Michurinsk, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:23 july 1963, Moscow, USSR
Nationality:Russia, USSR, Russian Empire
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Architect, Artist, Educator, Illustrator, Painter, Researcher, Sculptor
Genre:Genre art, History painting, Landscape painting, Portrait, Still life
Art style:Socialist realism, Contemporary art
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Creators Russia

Victor Alexandrovich Lyapkalo (1956)
Victor Alexandrovich Lyapkalo
1956
Isidor Grigorievich Frikh-Khar (1893 - 1978)
Isidor Grigorievich Frikh-Khar
1893 - 1978
Fyodor Viktorovich Lemkul (1914 - 1995)
Fyodor Viktorovich Lemkul
1914 - 1995
Sergey Borisovich Daragan (1945 - 2004)
Sergey Borisovich Daragan
1945 - 2004
Petr Efimovich Zabolotsky (1803 - 1866)
Petr Efimovich Zabolotsky
1803 - 1866
Anatoly Rafailovich Brusilovsky (1932)
Anatoly Rafailovich Brusilovsky
1932
Paul (Pavel Andreevich) Mansouroff (Mansurov) (1896 - 1983)
Paul (Pavel Andreevich) Mansouroff (Mansurov)
1896 - 1983
Sarra Dmitrievna Lebedeva (1892 - 1967)
Sarra Dmitrievna Lebedeva
1892 - 1967
Boris Sergeevich Zemenkov (1902 - 1963)
Boris Sergeevich Zemenkov
1902 - 1963
Georg Gsell (1673 - 1740)
Georg Gsell
1673 - 1740
Veniamin Pavlovich Belkin (1884 - 1951)
Veniamin Pavlovich Belkin
1884 - 1951
Vladimir Nikolaevich Nemukhin (1925 - 2016)
Vladimir Nikolaevich Nemukhin
1925 - 2016
Zinaida Yevgenyevna Serebriakova (1884 - 1967)
Zinaida Yevgenyevna Serebriakova
1884 - 1967
Alexander Davidovich (Sacha) Zaliouk (1887 - 1971)
Alexander Davidovich (Sacha) Zaliouk
1887 - 1971
Yakov Andreevich Golubev (1913 - 1973)
Yakov Andreevich Golubev
1913 - 1973
Gustav Gustavovich Klutsis (1895 - 1938)
Gustav Gustavovich Klutsis
1895 - 1938

Creators Contemporary art

Andrey Ilyich Kurnakov (1916 - 2010)
Andrey Ilyich Kurnakov
1916 - 2010
Xenia Hausner (1951)
Xenia Hausner
1951
Menno Fahl (1967)
Menno Fahl
1967
Roger Löcherbach (1963)
Roger Löcherbach
1963
Willie Landels (1928 - 2023)
Willie Landels
1928 - 2023
Camill Ressu (1880 - 1962)
Camill Ressu
1880 - 1962
Gillian Ayres (1930 - 2018)
Gillian Ayres
1930 - 2018
Albert Féraud (1921 - 2008)
Albert Féraud
1921 - 2008
Ma Liuming (1969)
Ma Liuming
1969
Yury Konstantinovich Burdzhelyan (1921 - 2008)
Yury Konstantinovich Burdzhelyan
1921 - 2008
Yō Akiyama (1953)
Yō Akiyama
1953
Sarfo Emmanuel Annor (2002)
Sarfo Emmanuel Annor
2002
Rinko Kawauchi (1972)
Rinko Kawauchi
1972
Sophie Calle (1953)
Sophie Calle
1953
Shen Qin (1958)
Shen Qin
1958
Martin Gostner (1957)
Martin Gostner
1957