Grigory Ivanovich Ugryumov (1764 - 1823)

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Grigory Ivanovich Ugryumov

Grigory Ivanovich Ugryumov (Russian: Григорий Иванович Угрюмов) was a celebrated Russian portrait and history painter, acclaimed for his contributions to the Classical style of art. Born on May 11, 1764, in Moscow, Ugryumov was the son of a merchant from Yaroslavl Oblast. His educational journey began in 1770 at the Imperial Academy of Arts, where he was mentored by notable figures such as Ivan Akimov. His exceptional talent was recognized early on when he was awarded a gold medal in 1785 for his painting of Hagar and Ishmael in the desert. This accomplishment led to a fellowship in Italy, where he further honed his skills by studying works by Paolo Veronese and Guido Reni.

Upon his return, Ugryumov dedicated his career to teaching and became a vital part of the Academy, eventually rising to the position of rector of history painting by 1820. He enjoyed the favor of several Tsars and Tsarinas, contributing major works to significant sites like the Trinity Cathedral of Alexander Nevsky Monastery and Kazan Cathedral. His influence extended beyond his artworks, as he was a pivotal figure in the education of many renowned artists like Andrey Ivanovich Ivanov and Orest Kiprensky, earning him the title of "father of historical painting" in Russia​.

Ugryumov's legacy is marked by his commitment to Russian themes and historical accuracy within his paintings, traits that significantly impacted his contemporaries and future generations of artists. His pursuit of historical verisimilitude and the portrayal of national pride through art were distinctive features of his work, making him a central figure in Russian art history. Notable works include "Hagar and Ishmael in the Desert," "Alexander Nevsky in Pskov after his victory over the Germans," and "The Capture of Kazan by Ivan the Terrible," which continue to be celebrated for their artistic and historical significance​​​​.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Ugryumov's works represent an invaluable connection to Russian history and classical art. His paintings are not just visual spectacles but narratives of Russia's past, rendered with a fidelity to historical detail and a profound emotional depth. To stay updated on sales and auction events related to Grigory Ivanovich Ugryumov's work, signing up for updates is a step towards embracing the rich heritage of Russian classical painting.

Date and place of birt:11 may 1764, Moscow, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:28 march 1823, St. Petersburg, Russian Empire
Nationality:Russia, Russian Empire
Period of activity: XVIII, XIX century
Specialization:Artist, Educator, Painter, Portraitist
Art school / group:Russian school
Genre:History painting, Portrait
Art style:Neoclassicism

Creators Russia

Nikolai Andreyevich (Kolau) Tcherniavsky (1892 - 1942)
Nikolai Andreyevich (Kolau) Tcherniavsky
1892 - 1942
Ruben Artyomovich Varshamov (1936 - 2000)
Ruben Artyomovich Varshamov
1936 - 2000
Aleksey Eremeevich Karev (1879 - 1942)
Aleksey Eremeevich Karev
1879 - 1942
Ely Mihajlovich Bielutin (Belutin) (1925 - 2012)
Ely Mihajlovich Bielutin (Belutin)
1925 - 2012
Stepan Stepanovich Pimenov (1784 - 1833)
Stepan Stepanovich Pimenov
1784 - 1833
Alexandre Isailoff (1869 - 1944)
Alexandre Isailoff
1869 - 1944
Sergey Konstantinovich Zaryanko (1818 - 1871)
Sergey Konstantinovich Zaryanko
1818 - 1871
Natalya Danko (1892 - 1942)
Natalya Danko
1892 - 1942
Vasiliy Vasiliyevich Belyashin (1874 - 1929)
Vasiliy Vasiliyevich Belyashin
1874 - 1929
Georgy Iosifovich Rublev (1902 - 1975)
Georgy Iosifovich Rublev
1902 - 1975
Igor Sergeyevich Chelkovsky (1937)
Igor Sergeyevich Chelkovsky
1937
Mikhail Vasilievich Bryansky (1830 - 1908)
Mikhail Vasilievich Bryansky
1830 - 1908
Oleg Fedorov (1959)
Oleg Fedorov
1959
Stepan Fedorovitch Kolesnikoff (1879 - 1955)
Stepan Fedorovitch Kolesnikoff
1879 - 1955
Dmitriy Osipov (1860)
Dmitriy Osipov
1860
Stanislav Tchaikovsky (1878 - 1954)
Stanislav Tchaikovsky
1878 - 1954

Creators Neoclassicism

Henrik Pillati (1832 - 1894)
Henrik Pillati
1832 - 1894
Franz Xaver Winterhalter (1805 - 1873)
Franz Xaver Winterhalter
1805 - 1873
Samuel Prout (1783 - 1852)
Samuel Prout
1783 - 1852
Hendrik Gerrit ten Cate (1803 - 1856)
Hendrik Gerrit ten Cate
1803 - 1856
Heinrich Friedrich Füger (1751 - 1818)
Heinrich Friedrich Füger
1751 - 1818
Samuel Petrovich Shiflyar (1786 - 1840)
Samuel Petrovich Shiflyar
1786 - 1840
Jacques François Saly (1717 - 1776)
Jacques François Saly
1717 - 1776
Auguste Couder (1790 - 1873)
Auguste Couder
1790 - 1873
Sigmunt Vogel (1764 - 1826)
Sigmunt Vogel
1764 - 1826
Kees Maks (1876 - 1967)
Kees Maks
1876 - 1967
Franz Anton von Zauner (1746 - 1822)
Franz Anton von Zauner
1746 - 1822
Erik Gunnar Asplund (1885 - 1940)
Erik Gunnar Asplund
1885 - 1940
Jean-Pierre-Louis-Laurent Houël (Houel) (1735 - 1813)
Jean-Pierre-Louis-Laurent Houël (Houel)
1735 - 1813
Bernhard Neher (1806 - 1886)
Bernhard Neher
1806 - 1886
Christian August Lorenzen (1749 - 1828)
Christian August Lorenzen
1749 - 1828
Piero Portaluppi (1888 - 1967)
Piero Portaluppi
1888 - 1967