Dmitry Grigoryevich Levitzky (1735 - 1822)

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Dmitry Grigoryevich Levitzky

Dmitry Grigoryevich Levitzky (Russian: Дмитрий Григорьевич Левицкий) was an acclaimed Ukrainian-Russian portrait painter and academician born in May 1735, renowned for his exceptional contributions to the art of the 18th century. Originating from a family deeply rooted in the Ukrainian noble-priestly class, Levitzky's early exposure to art came from his father, Grigory Kirillovich Levitsky, a priest and an enthusiast in painting and engraving. This familial influence laid the foundation for Levitzky's artistic journey, which began in earnest when he assisted the prominent painter Alexey Antropov in Kiev, leading to his eventual move to Saint Petersburg​​​​.

Levitzky's rise to fame was marked by his unique ability to capture the essence of his subjects, combining exceptional technique with a fresh approach to portrait painting. His most notable works include portraits of significant figures from the Russian elite, such as Catherine II as the Legislatress in the Temple of the Goddess of Justice and portraits of the Smolny Institute's young ladies. Despite the grandeur and recognition that these works brought him, Levitzky faced financial struggles, spending his final years in poverty, a testament to the often-precarious nature of artistic acclaim​​​​.

His legacy, which had waned by the 19th century, was revitalized in the 20th century by art historian Alexander Benois, who positioned Levitzky among the pantheon of European Enlightenment artists. Levitzky's work is celebrated for its technical mastery and unique contribution to Russian and European portraiture, leaving an indelible mark on the artistic landscape of his time​​.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Levitzky's paintings are not just artistic achievements but also historical narratives captured in oil, reflecting the complex socio-cultural dynamics of 18th-century Russia. His portraits, housed in prestigious museums and galleries worldwide, continue to be studied and admired for their elegance, detail, and historical significance.

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Date and place of birt:May 1735, Kiev, Ukraine
Date and place of death:16 april 1822, St. Petersburg, Russia
Nationality:Russia, Ukraine
Period of activity: XVIII, XIX century
Specialization:Artist, Educator, Painter
Genre:Portrait
Art style:Classicism, Neoclassicism, Rococo
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Isaac Soyer (1902 - 1981)
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Garif Sharipovich Basyrov
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Georgy Nikolaevich Karlov (1905 - 1991)
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Salavat Aleksandrovich Shcherbakov (1955)
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Artemy Lavrentievich Ober
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Andrey Ivanovich Plotnov (1916 - 1997)
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Nikolai Vasilievich Ovechkin (1929 - 1993)
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Semion Natanovich Faibisovich (1949)
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Oleg Leonidovich Lomakin (1924 - 2010)
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Alexey Kuzmich Denisov-Uralsky
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Vasiliy Vasiliyevich Belyashin (1874 - 1929)
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Giuseppe Chiacigh (1895 - 1968)
Giuseppe Chiacigh
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Gury Filippovich Zakharov (1926 - 1994)
Gury Filippovich Zakharov
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Grigory Ivanovich Ugryumov (1764 - 1823)
Grigory Ivanovich Ugryumov
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Hiram Powers (1805 - 1873)
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Heinrich Ludwig Frische (1831 - 1901)
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Franz Xaver Messerschmidt (1736 - 1783)
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Hans Jakob Oeri (1782 - 1868)
Hans Jakob Oeri
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Johann Pollak (1843 - 1917)
Johann Pollak
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Jan Claudius de Cock (1667 - 1736)
Jan Claudius de Cock
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Domenico Cimarosa (1749 - 1801)
Domenico Cimarosa
1749 - 1801
Karl August Aerttinger (1803 - 1876)
Karl August Aerttinger
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Eugène-Antoine Aizelin (1821 - 1902)
Eugène-Antoine Aizelin
1821 - 1902
Friedrich Wilhelm Völcker (1799 - 1870)
Friedrich Wilhelm Völcker
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Jeanne-Philiberte Ledoux (1767 - 1840)
Jeanne-Philiberte Ledoux
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Giovanni Battista Piranesi (1720 - 1778)
Giovanni Battista Piranesi
1720 - 1778
Paolo Buffa (1903 - 1970)
Paolo Buffa
1903 - 1970
Jean-Baptiste Defernex (1728 - 1783)
Jean-Baptiste Defernex
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