Boris Mikhaylovich Kustodiev (1878 - 1927)

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Boris Mikhaylovich Kustodiev

Boris Mikhailovich Kustodiev (Russian: Бори́с Миха́йлович Кусто́диев) was a distinguished Russian artist and painter, celebrated for his vivid portrayal of the Russian culture and way of life. Born in Astrakhan in 1878, Kustodiev's artistic journey began at a young age, leading him to study under the renowned Ilya Repin at the Imperial Academy of Arts. His works, characterized by their rich color palette and intricate detail, capture the essence of Russia's social and cultural fabric during the early 20th century.

Kustodiev's art is notable for its depiction of Russian peasantry, landscapes, and bourgeois celebrations, embodying the spirit and vibrancy of Russian folklore and traditions. His paintings such as "The Merchant's Wife" and "Maslenitsa" are celebrated for their lush visual storytelling and are housed in prestigious museums, including the State Russian Museum in St. Petersburg. These works reflect Kustodiev's fascination with the Russian merchant class and traditional festive gatherings, showcasing his skill in blending realism with a folkloric charm.

Beyond painting, Kustodiev's contributions to theatre and book illustration further demonstrate his versatile talent and deep connection to Russian cultural heritage. Despite facing personal challenges, including a debilitating illness that confined him to a wheelchair, Kustodiev's prolific output continued unabated, leaving behind a legacy that continues to enchant and inspire. His ability to capture the beauty and complexity of Russian life has made his work invaluable to collectors and experts in art and antiques alike.

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Date and place of birt:7 march 1878, Astrakhan, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:26 may 1927, St. Petersburg, USSR
Nationality:Russia
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Artist, Decorator, Illustrator, Painter, Scenographer
Genre:Allegory, Genre art, History painting, Portrait, Self-portrait
Art style:Impressionism, Modern art, Realism, Socialist realism

Creators Russia

Mikhail Vasilyevich Kupriyanov (1903 - 1991)
Mikhail Vasilyevich Kupriyanov
1903 - 1991
Andrey Ilyich Kurnakov (1916 - 2010)
Andrey Ilyich Kurnakov
1916 - 2010
Zaven Petrosovich Arshakuni (1932 - 2012)
Zaven Petrosovich Arshakuni
1932 - 2012
Boris Yakovlevich Ryauzov (1919 - 1994)
Boris Yakovlevich Ryauzov
1919 - 1994
Rudolf Ferdinandovich Frentz (1831 - 1918)
Rudolf Ferdinandovich Frentz
1831 - 1918
Ivan Akimovich Akimov (1754 - 1814)
Ivan Akimovich Akimov
1754 - 1814
Revekka Moiseevna Tsuzmer (1918 - 2009)
Revekka Moiseevna Tsuzmer
1918 - 2009
Pavel Petrovich Chistyakov (1832 - 1919)
Pavel Petrovich Chistyakov
1832 - 1919
Vladimir Evgenievich Egorov (1878 - 1960)
Vladimir Evgenievich Egorov
1878 - 1960
Yuvenaly Dmitrievich Korovin (1914 - 1991)
Yuvenaly Dmitrievich Korovin
1914 - 1991
Aleksei Alekseevich Kharlamov (1840 - 1925)
Aleksei Alekseevich Kharlamov
1840 - 1925
Sergey Aleksandrovich Alimov (1938 - 2019)
Sergey Aleksandrovich Alimov
1938 - 2019
Nikolai Nikolaevich Baskakov (1918 - 1993)
Nikolai Nikolaevich Baskakov
1918 - 1993
Wassily Wassilyevich Kandinsky (1866 - 1944)
Wassily Wassilyevich Kandinsky
1866 - 1944
Pavel Georgievich Gromushkin (1913 - 2008)
Pavel Georgievich Gromushkin
1913 - 2008
Vasily Nikitich Meshkov (1867 - 1946)
Vasily Nikitich Meshkov
1867 - 1946

Creators Impressionism

Theodore Robinson (1852 - 1896)
Theodore Robinson
1852 - 1896
Ernst Kreidolf (1863 - 1956)
Ernst Kreidolf
1863 - 1956
Xavier Bueno (1915 - 1979)
Xavier Bueno
1915 - 1979
Willy Lorenz (1901 - 1981)
Willy Lorenz
1901 - 1981
Margarita Evgenevna Permiak (1928 - 1973)
Margarita Evgenevna Permiak
1928 - 1973
Luigi Lucioni (1900 - 1988)
Luigi Lucioni
1900 - 1988
Mary Agnes Yerkes (1886 - 1989)
Mary Agnes Yerkes
1886 - 1989
Nikolai Vasilyevich Nevrev (1830 - 1904)
Nikolai Vasilyevich Nevrev
1830 - 1904
Lore Niessner (1920 - 1983)
Lore Niessner
1920 - 1983
Theodor Martens (1822 - 1884)
Theodor Martens
1822 - 1884
Carl Friedrich Wilhelm Geist (1870 - 1931)
Carl Friedrich Wilhelm Geist
1870 - 1931
Georges Paul Leroux (1877 - 1957)
Georges Paul Leroux
1877 - 1957
Leopold Gottlieb (1883 - 1934)
Leopold Gottlieb
1883 - 1934
Don Eddy (1944)
Don Eddy
1944
Abraham Manevich (1881 - 1942)
Abraham Manevich
1881 - 1942
Johann Friedrich Voltz (1817 - 1886)
Johann Friedrich Voltz
1817 - 1886