Augustin Christian Ritt (1765 - 1799)

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Augustin Christian Ritt

Augustin Christian Ritt was a Russian miniaturist born in 1765, known for his detailed and emotive portrait miniatures. Working primarily in the late 18th century, Ritt's artistry was distinguished by his ability to capture the nuances of his subjects' personalities in the confines of small ivory surfaces. His portraits often included prominent figures of Russian and European aristocracy, reflecting the social and cultural elite of his time.

Ritt's artworks, such as the portraits of Prince Alexei Borisovich Kurakin and Princess Natalia Iwanowna Kourakine, demonstrate his meticulous technique and his use of vibrant colors, which have made significant impacts on the art market​​. His pieces frequently fetch high prices at auctions, reflecting their historical value and the exquisite craftsmanship involved. For instance, his portrait of Prince Kurakin sold for a significant sum, highlighting the enduring demand for his work.

Collectors and experts in art and antiques appreciate Ritt's contribution to the field of miniature painting. His works are not only valuable for their artistic merit but also provide a window into the aesthetic preferences and cultural dynamics of his era. For updates related to new sales and auction events featuring Augustin Christian Ritt's works, sign up here. This subscription will keep you informed about opportunities to acquire pieces by this remarkable artist.

Date and place of birt:27 june 1765, St. Petersburg, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:27 june 1799, St. Petersburg, Russian Empire
Nationality:Russia, Russian Empire
Period of activity: XVIII century
Specialization:Artist, Miniaturist, Painter, Portraitist
Art school / group:Russian school
Genre:Portrait
Art style:Classicism

Creators Russia

Serge Ivanoff (1893 - 1983)
Serge Ivanoff
1893 - 1983
Yakov Semenovich Eselevich (1915 - 2000)
Yakov Semenovich Eselevich
1915 - 2000
Nikanor Grigor'evich Chernetsov (1804 - 1865)
Nikanor Grigor'evich Chernetsov
1804 - 1865
Konstantin Mikhailovich Lepilov (1879 - 1941)
Konstantin Mikhailovich Lepilov
1879 - 1941
Leonid L'vovich Berlin (1925 - 2001)
Leonid L'vovich Berlin
1925 - 2001
Valery Ivanovich Jacobi (1834 - 1902)
Valery Ivanovich Jacobi
1834 - 1902
Vadim Georgievich Meller (1884 - 1962)
Vadim Georgievich Meller
1884 - 1962
Evgenia Vasilievna Baykova (1907 - 1997)
Evgenia Vasilievna Baykova
1907 - 1997
Alexander Konstantinovich Orlov (1899 - 1979)
Alexander Konstantinovich Orlov
1899 - 1979
Galina Andreyevna Sokolova (1919 - 2012)
Galina Andreyevna Sokolova
1919 - 2012
Sergey Vasilyevich Volkov (1956)
Sergey Vasilyevich Volkov
1956
Leonid Vasilievich Ptitsyn (1929 - 2017)
Leonid Vasilievich Ptitsyn
1929 - 2017
Aleksei Mikhailovich Gritsai (1914 - 1998)
Aleksei Mikhailovich Gritsai
1914 - 1998
Mikhail Vasilievich Bryansky (1830 - 1908)
Mikhail Vasilievich Bryansky
1830 - 1908
Ivan Nikolayevich Shulga (1889 - 1956)
Ivan Nikolayevich Shulga
1889 - 1956
Vladimir Vasil'evich Sterligov (1904 - 1973)
Vladimir Vasil'evich Sterligov
1904 - 1973

Creators Classicism

Alfred de Dreux (1810 - 1860)
Alfred de Dreux
1810 - 1860
Charles de La Fosse (1636 - 1716)
Charles de La Fosse
1636 - 1716
Erasmus Quellinus II (1607 - 1678)
Erasmus Quellinus II
1607 - 1678
Franz Sigrist (1727 - 1803)
Franz Sigrist
1727 - 1803
William Linton (1791 - 1876)
William Linton
1791 - 1876
Christian Friedrich Deiker (1792 - 1843)
Christian Friedrich Deiker
1792 - 1843
Peter Stammen (1886 - 1958)
Peter Stammen
1886 - 1958
Henri Saintin (1846 - 1899)
Henri Saintin
1846 - 1899
Pierre-Paul Prud’hon (1758 - 1823)
Pierre-Paul Prud’hon
1758 - 1823
Thomas Blanchet (1614 - 1689)
Thomas Blanchet
1614 - 1689
F. Oskar Knapp (1914 - 1987)
F. Oskar Knapp
1914 - 1987
Jeremias Adriaan A. Schill (1849 - 1902)
Jeremias Adriaan A. Schill
1849 - 1902
Jacob Gerritsz. van Bemmel (1628 - 1673)
Jacob Gerritsz. van Bemmel
1628 - 1673
Edouard Girardet (1819 - 1880)
Edouard Girardet
1819 - 1880
Joseph Matthäus Aigner (1818 - 1886)
Joseph Matthäus Aigner
1818 - 1886
James Pradier (1790 - 1852)
James Pradier
1790 - 1852
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