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

Piotr Petrovich Belousov (1912 - 1989)
Piotr Petrovich Belousov
1912 - 1989
Vyacheslav Savvich Mikhaylov (1945)
Vyacheslav Savvich Mikhaylov
1945
Semion Natanovich Faibisovich (1949)
Semion Natanovich Faibisovich
1949
Adolf Izrailevich Milman (1886 - 1930)
Adolf Izrailevich Milman
1886 - 1930
Johan Victor Aarne (1863 - 1934)
Johan Victor Aarne
1863 - 1934
Dmitry Borisovich Lion (1925 - 1993)
Dmitry Borisovich Lion
1925 - 1993
Gor Razmikovich Chakhal (Oganisyan) (1961)
Gor Razmikovich Chakhal (Oganisyan)
1961
Pyotr Emilievich Bendel (1905 - 1989)
Pyotr Emilievich Bendel
1905 - 1989
Stepan Filippovich Galaktionov (1779 - 1854)
Stepan Filippovich Galaktionov
1779 - 1854
Nikolay Mikhaylovich Alekseev (1813 - 1880)
Nikolay Mikhaylovich Alekseev
1813 - 1880
Anton Pevzner (1884 - 1962)
Anton Pevzner
1884 - 1962
Eugen Dücker (1841 - 1916)
Eugen Dücker
1841 - 1916
Dmitri Vladimirovich Vrubel (1960 - 2022)
Dmitri Vladimirovich Vrubel
1960 - 2022
Nikolai Pavlovich Akimov (1901 - 1968)
Nikolai Pavlovich Akimov
1901 - 1968
Natalya Danko (1892 - 1942)
Natalya Danko
1892 - 1942
Alexey Filippovich Chernyshyov (1824 - 1863)
Alexey Filippovich Chernyshyov
1824 - 1863

Creators Contemporary art

Vivaldo Martini (1908 - 1990)
Vivaldo Martini
1908 - 1990
Hellmut Bruch (1936)
Hellmut Bruch
1936
Marco Bravura (1949)
Marco Bravura
1949
Aleksandr Iulianovich Rukavishnikov (1950)
Aleksandr Iulianovich Rukavishnikov
1950
Alexander Ivanovich Rodin (1947 - 2022)
Alexander Ivanovich Rodin
1947 - 2022
Nikolai Nikolaevich Zhukov (1908 - 1973)
Nikolai Nikolaevich Zhukov
1908 - 1973
Konstantin Vladimirovich Filatov (1926 - 2006)
Konstantin Vladimirovich Filatov
1926 - 2006
Wang Qingsong (1966)
Wang Qingsong
1966
Reine Paradis (1989)
Reine Paradis
1989
Harald Frackmann (1944)
Harald Frackmann
1944
Bernard Vidal (1944 - 2019)
Bernard Vidal
1944 - 2019
Stefan Müller (1971)
Stefan Müller
1971
Subodh Gupta (1964)
Subodh Gupta
1964
William Edwin (Bill) Pidgeon (1909 - 1981)
William Edwin (Bill) Pidgeon
1909 - 1981
Farhad Moshiri (1963)
Farhad Moshiri
1963
Lars Endel Vilks (1946)
Lars Endel Vilks
1946
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