Oleksandr Oleksandrovych Murashko (1875 - 1919)

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Oleksandr Oleksandrovych Murashko

Oleksandr A. Murashko (Russian: Александр Александрович Мурашко) was a prominent artist of Russian and Ukrainian descent, renowned for his profound contributions to painting and art education. Born on August 26, 1875 in Kiev, Murashko's journey in art began at the prestigious St. Petersburg Academy of Arts, after which he honed his skills in Europe, including Paris and Munich. His determination led to the founding of the Kiev Art Academy, a milestone in the history of Ukrainian culture.

Murashko's art is characterized by a vivid depiction of light and shadow, a technique he honed during his acquaintance with Impressionism in Paris.  His preference to paint intimate acquaintances rather than commissioned portraits added an individuality that resonated deeply with the art community. Despite his tragic death in 1919, Murashko's legacy lives on, notably through a special room in the National Art Museum of Ukraine and a monument on a Ukrainian bank coin in 2015, highlighting his cultural significance.

Characterized by a unique blend of realism and impressionism, his work reflected his deep connection to his roots and keen observation of light and life. The tragic end of his life, victimized by political upheaval, cut short a promising career, but his influence on Ukrainian art remains indelible.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Oleksandr A. Murashko's works represent not only aesthetic beauty, but also a rich historical narrative. His paintings are a testament to the resilience and creativity of an artist who has overcome the complexities of cultural identity through his art. To keep abreast of new sales and auction events featuring Murashko's work, we invite you to subscribe for updates. With this subscription, you will always be aware of all events related to this outstanding artist and will celebrate his enduring legacy in the art world.

Date and place of birt:26 august 1875, Kiev, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:14 june 1919, Kiev, Ukraine
Nationality:Ukraine
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Educator, Graphic artist, Painter, Public figure
Genre:Genre art, Portrait
Art style:Impressionism, Realism
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Creators Ukraine

Maria Konstantinovna Bashkirtseva (1858 - 1884)
Maria Konstantinovna Bashkirtseva
1858 - 1884
Georgy Semyonovich Vereisky (1886 - 1962)
Georgy Semyonovich Vereisky
1886 - 1962
Georges Pogedaieff (1894 - 1971)
Georges Pogedaieff
1894 - 1971
Alexander Porfiryovich Archipenko (1887 - 1964)
Alexander Porfiryovich Archipenko
1887 - 1964
Nikolai Alexandrovich Yaroshenko (1846 - 1898)
Nikolai Alexandrovich Yaroshenko
1846 - 1898
Jan Styka (1858 - 1925)
Jan Styka
1858 - 1925
Sonia Lewitska (1880 - 1937)
Sonia Lewitska
1880 - 1937
Joseph Natanovich Zisman (1914 - 2004)
Joseph Natanovich Zisman
1914 - 2004
Antony Lange (1779 - 1844)
Antony Lange
1779 - 1844
Victor Vasilievich Shatalin (1926 - 2003)
Victor Vasilievich Shatalin
1926 - 2003
Leopold Gottlieb (1883 - 1934)
Leopold Gottlieb
1883 - 1934
Philipp Antonovich Chirko (1859 - 1928)
Philipp Antonovich Chirko
1859 - 1928
Mikhail Yakimovich Kozyk (1879 - 1947)
Mikhail Yakimovich Kozyk
1879 - 1947
Emmanuel Mané-Katz (1894 - 1962)
Emmanuel Mané-Katz
1894 - 1962
Aleksandra Aleksandrovna Ekster (1882 - 1949)
Aleksandra Aleksandrovna Ekster
1882 - 1949
Sergey Alekseyevich Grigoryev (1910 - 1988)
Sergey Alekseyevich Grigoryev
1910 - 1988

Creators Impressionism

Gustave Achille Guillaumet (1840 - 1887)
Gustave Achille Guillaumet
1840 - 1887
Afanasij Ivanovich Scheloumoff (1892 - 1983)
Afanasij Ivanovich Scheloumoff
1892 - 1983
Julius Kornbeck (1839 - 1920)
Julius Kornbeck
1839 - 1920
Heinz Werner (1928 - 2019)
Heinz Werner
1928 - 2019
Hans Treiber (1869 - 1968)
Hans Treiber
1869 - 1968
Gaetano Piattoli (1703 - 1774)
Gaetano Piattoli
1703 - 1774
Willy Zügel (1876 - 1950)
Willy Zügel
1876 - 1950
Hermann Joachim Heinrich Pagels (1876 - 1959)
Hermann Joachim Heinrich Pagels
1876 - 1959
Bela Balla (1882 - 1965)
Bela Balla
1882 - 1965
Georges Valmier (1885 - 1937)
Georges Valmier
1885 - 1937
Théodule-Augustin Ribot (1823 - 1891)
Théodule-Augustin Ribot
1823 - 1891
Aleksandr Aleksandrovich Kiselev (1838 - 1911)
Aleksandr Aleksandrovich Kiselev
1838 - 1911
Francois Maret (1893 - 1985)
Francois Maret
1893 - 1985
Robert Winchester Fraser (1848 - 1906)
Robert Winchester Fraser
1848 - 1906
Aleksandr Mikhaylovich Opekushin (1838 - 1923)
Aleksandr Mikhaylovich Opekushin
1838 - 1923
Roman Julianovich Selsky (1903 - 1990)
Roman Julianovich Selsky
1903 - 1990