Konstantin Alekseyevich Korovin (1861 - 1939)

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Konstantin Alekseyevich Korovin

Konstantin Alekseyevich Korovin (Russian: Константи́н Алексе́евич Коро́вин) was a Russian artist and stage designer, renowned for his pivotal role in the transition from Russian Realism to Impressionism. Born in Moscow in 1861, Korovin's artistic journey began at the Moscow School of Painting, Sculpture, and Architecture, where he was heavily influenced by his mentor, Alexei Savrasov. His early work reflected the Realist tradition, but his style evolved after exposure to the vibrant art scenes of Paris and the influence of French Impressionists.

Korovin's contribution to art is marked by his vibrant palette and dynamic brushwork, capturing the transient effects of light and color with a spontaneity that was novel to Russian painting at the time. His works, ranging from lush landscapes and intimate still lifes to vivid portraits, showcase his mastery in evoking mood and atmosphere. Notably, his paintings of the Russian North and scenes of Parisian life have been celebrated for their lively, atmospheric qualities and are held in high esteem in museums and galleries worldwide, including the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow and the Russian Museum in Saint Petersburg.

Beyond painting, Korovin's legacy includes significant contributions to theater design, where his innovative use of color and lighting brought new dimensions to stage productions in Russia, collaborating closely with the Moscow Art Theatre. His scenic designs for operas and ballets are credited with revolutionizing the visual aspect of Russian theater, making him a pivotal figure in both the visual and performing arts.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Korovin's works represent a unique blend of Russian tradition and Western artistic movements, making them highly sought after. His ability to capture the essence of a moment, whether in the tranquil Russian countryside or the bustling streets of Paris, continues to captivate audiences and scholars alike.

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Date and place of birt:5 december 1861, Moscow, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:11 september 1939, Paris, France
Nationality:Russia, France
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Artist, Educator, Painter, Scenographer, Writer
Art school / group:Moscow Association of Artists, Union of Russian Artists
Genre:Genre art, Landscape painting, Portrait, Still life
Art style:Impressionism, Modern art, Realism

Creators Russia

Alexandre Nikolayevich Benois (1870 - 1960)
Alexandre Nikolayevich Benois
1870 - 1960
Alexei Yegorovich Yegorov (1776 - 1851)
Alexei Yegorovich Yegorov
1776 - 1851
Yuriy Yevgenyevich Degen (1896 - 1923)
Yuriy Yevgenyevich Degen
1896 - 1923
Victor Ivanovich Ivanov (1924)
Victor Ivanovich Ivanov
1924
Alexis Paul Arapoff (1905 - 1948)
Alexis Paul Arapoff
1905 - 1948
Carl Johann Lasch (1822 - 1888)
Carl Johann Lasch
1822 - 1888
Nikanor Grigor'evich Chernetsov (1804 - 1865)
Nikanor Grigor'evich Chernetsov
1804 - 1865
Nikolay Ivanovich Utkin (1780 - 1863)
Nikolay Ivanovich Utkin
1780 - 1863
Petr Mikhaylovich Boklevsky (1816 - 1897)
Petr Mikhaylovich Boklevsky
1816 - 1897
Constantin Terechkovitch (1902 - 1978)
Constantin Terechkovitch
1902 - 1978
Tаtyana Nylоvna Yablonskaya (1917 - 2005)
Tаtyana Nylоvna Yablonskaya
1917 - 2005
Andrei Vladimirovich Petroff (1894 - 1975)
Andrei Vladimirovich Petroff
1894 - 1975
Zurab Konstantinovich Tsereteli (1934)
Zurab Konstantinovich Tsereteli
1934
Nina Henrichovna Genke-Meller (1893 - 1954)
Nina Henrichovna Genke-Meller
1893 - 1954
Igor Vladimirovich Pchelnikov (1931 - 2021)
Igor Vladimirovich Pchelnikov
1931 - 2021
Konstantin Aristarkhovich Bolshakov (1895 - 1938)
Konstantin Aristarkhovich Bolshakov
1895 - 1938

Creators Impressionism

Fyodor Alexandrovich Vasilyev (1850 - 1873)
Fyodor Alexandrovich Vasilyev
1850 - 1873
Max Kurzweil (1867 - 1916)
Max Kurzweil
1867 - 1916
Lion Schulman (1851 - 1943)
Lion Schulman
1851 - 1943
Hugo Salmson (1843 - 1894)
Hugo Salmson
1843 - 1894
Robert Edge Pine (1730 - 1788)
Robert Edge Pine
1730 - 1788
Oskar Kokoschka (1886 - 1980)
Oskar Kokoschka
1886 - 1980
Auguste Mayer (1805 - 1890)
Auguste Mayer
1805 - 1890
Frank Buchser (1828 - 1890)
Frank Buchser
1828 - 1890
Alexandre Dubuisson (1805 - 1870)
Alexandre Dubuisson
1805 - 1870
Carl Ernst Forberg (1844 - 1915)
Carl Ernst Forberg
1844 - 1915
Giuseppe Amisani (1881 - 1941)
Giuseppe Amisani
1881 - 1941
Richard Godfrey Rivers (1858 - 1925)
Richard Godfrey Rivers
1858 - 1925
Tahir Ibrahim Fattah (1941)
Tahir Ibrahim Fattah
1941
Julius Kossak (1824 - 1899)
Julius Kossak
1824 - 1899
Mariano Riccio (1510 - 1593)
Mariano Riccio
1510 - 1593
James de Rijk (1806 - 1882)
James de Rijk
1806 - 1882
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