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

Alexander Vasilievich Gine (1830 - 1880)
Alexander Vasilievich Gine
1830 - 1880
Maya Kuzminichna Kopitseva (1924 - 2005)
Maya Kuzminichna Kopitseva
1924 - 2005
Nikolai Ivanovich Fechin (1881 - 1955)
Nikolai Ivanovich Fechin
1881 - 1955
Nikolay Mikhaylovich Alekseev (1813 - 1880)
Nikolay Mikhaylovich Alekseev
1813 - 1880
Alexander Alexandrovich Blok (1880 - 1921)
Alexander Alexandrovich Blok
1880 - 1921
Sergey Vasilyevich Ivanov (1864 - 1910)
Sergey Vasilyevich Ivanov
1864 - 1910
Nikolai Dmitriyevich Kuznetsov (1850 - 1929)
Nikolai Dmitriyevich Kuznetsov
1850 - 1929
Mikhail Vasilyevich Kupriyanov (1903 - 1991)
Mikhail Vasilyevich Kupriyanov
1903 - 1991
Fedor Stepanovich Pustovoitov (1912 - 1989)
Fedor Stepanovich Pustovoitov
1912 - 1989
Alexander Adolfovich Debler (1908 - 1981)
Alexander Adolfovich Debler
1908 - 1981
Boris Sergeevich Ugarov (1922 - 1991)
Boris Sergeevich Ugarov
1922 - 1991
Yermolai Ivanovich Esakov (1790 - 1840)
Yermolai Ivanovich Esakov
1790 - 1840
Anastasia Gurova (1978)
Anastasia Gurova
1978
Il'ya L'vovich Tabenkin (1914 - 1988)
Il'ya L'vovich Tabenkin
1914 - 1988
Aleksandra Aleksandrovna Ekster (1882 - 1949)
Aleksandra Aleksandrovna Ekster
1882 - 1949
Andrey Viktorovich Volkov (1948)
Andrey Viktorovich Volkov
1948

Creators Contemporary art

Jan Leth Aagensen (1932 - 2010)
Jan Leth Aagensen
1932 - 2010
Tony Oursler (1957)
Tony Oursler
1957
Jan Graczyk (1928 - 2005)
Jan Graczyk
1928 - 2005
Enrico Della Torre (1931 - 2022)
Enrico Della Torre
1931 - 2022
Norbu Tsering (1963)
Norbu Tsering
1963
Gordon Onslow Ford (1912 - 2003)
Gordon Onslow Ford
1912 - 2003
Anatoly Nikolaevich Petrov (1949 - 2016)
Anatoly Nikolaevich Petrov
1949 - 2016
Zsigmond Kisfaludi Strobl (1884 - 1975)
Zsigmond Kisfaludi Strobl
1884 - 1975
George Guraspashvili (1959)
George Guraspashvili
1959
Yuri Berngardovich Kafengauz (1929 - 2008)
Yuri Berngardovich Kafengauz
1929 - 2008
Michael Andrews (1928 - 1995)
Michael Andrews
1928 - 1995
Roger Löcherbach (1963)
Roger Löcherbach
1963
Judith Shea (1948)
Judith Shea
1948
Mario Testino (1954)
Mario Testino
1954
Svetlana Vladislavovna Golembovskaia (1927 - 2016)
Svetlana Vladislavovna Golembovskaia
1927 - 2016
Scott Kahn (1946)
Scott Kahn
1946
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