Stepan Fedorovitch Kolesnikoff (1879 - 1955)

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Stepan Fedorovitch Kolesnikoff

Stepan Fedorovitch Kolesnikoff (Russian: Степан Федорович Колесников) was a Ukrainian realist painter renowned for his exceptional ability to capture the essence of Ukrainian nature and rural life. Born in 1879 in the Russian Empire and passing in 1955 in Belgrade, Yugoslavia, Kolesnikoff's journey began in a humble peasant family. His artistic talent was evident early on, leading him to the Odessa Art School and subsequently, without exams, to the prestigious Imperial Academy of Arts. Here, he was not only a student but also thrived, winning numerous awards for his work.

Kolesnikoff's art is characterized by its focus on the natural awakening of landscapes, melting snows, floods, and the vibrant days of spring. He also had a keen interest in painting domestic scenes filled with people and animals, often using a palette of blues and bright oranges. Despite the rich detail in his paintings, Kolesnikoff rarely highlighted the faces of his subjects, preferring instead to capture the essence of the moment. His work received high praise from Ilya Repin, a leading Russian artist of the time, underscoring Kolesnikoff's significant impact on realism​​​​.

After emigrating to the Balkans in 1919 due to the political upheaval in Russia, Kolesnikoff settled in Belgrade where he continued his artistic career. He was warmly welcomed and even participated in state assignments, such as leading restoration works on paintings and frescoes. Kolesnikoff's legacy extends beyond his paintings; he was a respected member of the artistic community, contributing to societies like the "Community of Artists" and "Leonardo da Vinci"​​​​.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Kolesnikoff's work represents a fascinating blend of cultural and historical narratives, imbued with the beauty of Eastern European landscapes and life. His contributions to realism and his unique approach to depicting rural life make his works highly sought after.

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Date and place of birt:11 july 1879, Luhansk, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:27 may 1955, Belgrade, Serbia
Nationality:Russia, Serbia, Russian Empire
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Decorator, Graphic artist, Painter, Scenographer
Art school / group:Itinerants
Genre:Genre art, Landscape painting, Portrait, Still life
Art style:Realism

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Zlata Nikolaevna Byzova (1927 - 2013)
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Ivan Osipovich Dudin (1867 - 1924)
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Georgy Loukomski (1884 - 1952)
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John Atkinson Grimshaw (1836 - 1893)
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Giuseppe Amisani (1881 - 1941)
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Catharine Carter Critcher (1868 - 1964)
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Giuseppe Giardiello (1877 - 1920)
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Otto Stieffel (1887 - 1952)
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Carl Steffeck (1818 - 1890)
Carl Steffeck
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Karl Bolz (1877 - 1954)
Karl Bolz
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Tahir Ibrahim Fattah (1941)
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Anders Andersen-Lundby (1841 - 1923)
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Ernst Moritz Geyger (1861 - 1941)
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Leopold Schmutzler (1864 - 1940)
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