Apollon Nikolaevich Mokritsky (1810 - 1870)

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Apollon Nikolaevich Mokritsky

Apollon Nikolaevich Mokritsky (Russian: Аполлон Николаевич Мокрицкий) was a Ukrainian-Russian painter and art educator, known for his contributions to the 19th-century art scene. Born in 1810 in Pyryatyn, Ukraine, Mokritsky became an influential figure in Russian academic art, specializing in portrait and historical painting.

Mokritsky's work is celebrated for its detailed realism and emotional depth. His portraits often capture the essence of his subjects, showcasing his skill in rendering lifelike expressions and intricate details. One of his most notable works is the portrait of the renowned Russian poet, Taras Shevchenko, which exemplifies his ability to combine technical precision with profound sensitivity.

In addition to his painting, Mokritsky played a significant role as an educator. He taught at the Moscow School of Painting, Sculpture and Architecture, where he mentored many young artists who would go on to shape Russian art. His influence extended beyond his own works, helping to cultivate a new generation of artists.

Today, Mokritsky's paintings can be found in various museums and galleries, including the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow. His contributions to art and education continue to be recognized and celebrated by art collectors and historians alike.

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Date and place of birt:9 august 1810, Пирятин, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:10 march 1870, Moscow, Russian Empire
Nationality:Italy, Russia, Ukraine, Russian Empire
Period of activity: XIX century
Specialization:Educator, Genre painter, Landscape painter, Painter, Portraitist, Writer
Genre:Chamber portrait, Genre Portrait, History painting, Landscape painting, Portrait, Self-portrait
Art style:Academism, Realism, Romanticism

Creators Italy

Giuseppe Pinot-Gallizio (1902 - 1964)
Giuseppe Pinot-Gallizio
1902 - 1964
Giuseppe Canella (1788 - 1847)
Giuseppe Canella
1788 - 1847
Giuseppe Nicola Nasini (1657 - 1736)
Giuseppe Nicola Nasini
1657 - 1736
Carlo Alfano (1932 - 1990)
Carlo Alfano
1932 - 1990
Richard von Hagn (1850 - 1933)
Richard von Hagn
1850 - 1933
Simone Martini (1284 - 1344)
Simone Martini
1284 - 1344
Federico Del Campo (1837 - 1923)
Federico Del Campo
1837 - 1923
Antonio Zucchi (1726 - 1795)
Antonio Zucchi
1726 - 1795
Anthonis Mor (1519 - 1576)
Anthonis Mor
1519 - 1576
Franca Helg (1920 - 1989)
Franca Helg
1920 - 1989
Antonio Gherardi (Tatoti) (1638 - 1702)
Antonio Gherardi (Tatoti)
1638 - 1702
Andrea Meldolla (1510 - 1563)
Andrea Meldolla
1510 - 1563
Carlo Levi (1902 - 1975)
Carlo Levi
1902 - 1975
Piero Gilardi (1942 - 2023)
Piero Gilardi
1942 - 2023
Alessandro Magnasco (1667 - 1749)
Alessandro Magnasco
1667 - 1749
Bernardo Hay (1864 - 1931)
Bernardo Hay
1864 - 1931

Creators Academism

Wilhelm Hensel (1794 - 1861)
Wilhelm Hensel
1794 - 1861
John Theodore Heins (1697 - 1756)
John Theodore Heins
1697 - 1756
John Robert Cozens (1752 - 1797)
John Robert Cozens
1752 - 1797
Asher Brown Durand (1796 - 1886)
Asher Brown Durand
1796 - 1886
Hans Vilz (1902 - 1971)
Hans Vilz
1902 - 1971
John Salminen (1945)
John Salminen
1945
Hermann Kätelhön (1884 - 1940)
Hermann Kätelhön
1884 - 1940
Walter Ufer (1876 - 1936)
Walter Ufer
1876 - 1936
Boris Fedorovich Domashnikov (1924 - 2003)
Boris Fedorovich Domashnikov
1924 - 2003
Auguste Allonge (1833 - 1898)
Auguste Allonge
1833 - 1898
Johann Gotthard von Müller (1747 - 1830)
Johann Gotthard von Müller
1747 - 1830
Charles Perron (1893 - 1958)
Charles Perron
1893 - 1958
Nikolay Yegorovich Makovsky (1841 - 1886)
Nikolay Yegorovich Makovsky
1841 - 1886
Charles Louis Müller (1815 - 1892)
Charles Louis Müller
1815 - 1892
Xavier Bueno (1915 - 1979)
Xavier Bueno
1915 - 1979
Pellegrino dal Colle (1737 - 1812)
Pellegrino dal Colle
1737 - 1812