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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1934
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Vladimir Fyodorovich Stozharov (1926 - 1973)
Vladimir Fyodorovich Stozharov
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Alexander Pavlovich Bubnov (1908 - 1964)
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Pavel Andreyevich Fedotov (1815 - 1852)
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Vasili Rozhdestvensky (1884 - 1963)
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Zaven Petrosovich Arshakuni (1932 - 2012)
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Vladimir Yuryevich Elsner (1886 - 1964)
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Léon Zack (1892 - 1980)
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Lazar Isaakovich Dubinovsky (1910 - 1982)
Lazar Isaakovich Dubinovsky
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Piotr Petrovich Belousov (1912 - 1989)
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Alexander Michailowitsch Rodtschenko (1891 - 1956)
Alexander Michailowitsch Rodtschenko
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Vladimir Nikolaevich Nemukhin (1925 - 2016)
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Yeranui Arshakovna Aslamazyan (1909 - 1998)
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Nikolay Aleksandrovich Bestuzhev (1791 - 1855)
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Gerald Leslie Brockhurst (1890 - 1978)
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Johann Baptist von Seele (1774 - 1814)
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Grigory Ivanovich Ugryumov (1764 - 1823)
Grigory Ivanovich Ugryumov
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Amable Guy Bertrand Pinard (XVIII century - ?)
Amable Guy Bertrand Pinard
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Christian August Lorenzen (1749 - 1828)
Christian August Lorenzen
1749 - 1828
Pasquale Romanelli (1812 - 1887)
Pasquale Romanelli
1812 - 1887
Carl von Steuben (1788 - 1856)
Carl von Steuben
1788 - 1856
Josef Fischer (1769 - 1822)
Josef Fischer
1769 - 1822
Franz Caucig (1755 - 1828)
Franz Caucig
1755 - 1828
Friedrich Carl Gröger (1766 - 1838)
Friedrich Carl Gröger
1766 - 1838
Giuseppe Maria Mazza (1653 - 1741)
Giuseppe Maria Mazza
1653 - 1741
Johannes Michel Rysbrack (1694 - 1770)
Johannes Michel Rysbrack
1694 - 1770
Edward Henry Berge (1876 - 1924)
Edward Henry Berge
1876 - 1924
Francesco Maria Schiaffino (1688 - 1763)
Francesco Maria Schiaffino
1688 - 1763
Christian Friedrich Deiker (1792 - 1843)
Christian Friedrich Deiker
1792 - 1843
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