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

Julius Alexander Rappoport (1864 - 1916)
Julius Alexander Rappoport
1864 - 1916
Tikhon Vasilyevich Tchurilin (1885 - 1946)
Tikhon Vasilyevich Tchurilin
1885 - 1946
Vladimir Afanasyevich Rozmainsky (1885 - 1943)
Vladimir Afanasyevich Rozmainsky
1885 - 1943
Maria Oksentiyivna Prymachenko (1908 - 1997)
Maria Oksentiyivna Prymachenko
1908 - 1997
Sergey Petrovich Tkachyov (1922 - 2022)
Sergey Petrovich Tkachyov
1922 - 2022
Nikolay Petrovich Bogdanov-Belsky (1868 - 1945)
Nikolay Petrovich Bogdanov-Belsky
1868 - 1945
El Lissitzky (1890 - 1941)
El Lissitzky
1890 - 1941
Victor Nikolaevich Rusanov (1950)
Victor Nikolaevich Rusanov
1950
Nikolai Vasilievich Mescherin (1864 - 1916)
Nikolai Vasilievich Mescherin
1864 - 1916
Elena Alexandrovna Janson-Maniser (1890 - 1971)
Elena Alexandrovna Janson-Maniser
1890 - 1971
Anatoly Rafailovich Brusilovsky (1932)
Anatoly Rafailovich Brusilovsky
1932
Nikolai Petrovich Feofilaktov (1876 - 1941)
Nikolai Petrovich Feofilaktov
1876 - 1941
Nikolai Evlampievich Bublikov (1871 - 1942)
Nikolai Evlampievich Bublikov
1871 - 1942
Marie Vassilieff (1884 - 1957)
Marie Vassilieff
1884 - 1957
Maria Abramovna Zubreeva (1900 - 1991)
Maria Abramovna Zubreeva
1900 - 1991
Samuil Matveevich Vermel (1892 - 1972)
Samuil Matveevich Vermel
1892 - 1972

Creators Impressionism

Jean Baptiste Eugène Henry Vever (1854 - 1942)
Jean Baptiste Eugène Henry Vever
1854 - 1942
Vasily Vasilievich Meshkov (1893 - 1963)
Vasily Vasilievich Meshkov
1893 - 1963
John Steuart Curry (1897 - 1946)
John Steuart Curry
1897 - 1946
Paul Kleinschmidt (1883 - 1949)
Paul Kleinschmidt
1883 - 1949
Hippolyte Alexandre Julien Moulin (1832 - 1884)
Hippolyte Alexandre Julien Moulin
1832 - 1884
Georg Heinrich Crola (1804 - 1879)
Georg Heinrich Crola
1804 - 1879
Felix Kniest (1913 - 1985)
Felix Kniest
1913 - 1985
Helmut Reuter (1913 - 1985)
Helmut Reuter
1913 - 1985
Maximilian Lenz (1860 - 1948)
Maximilian Lenz
1860 - 1948
Frida Kahlo (1907 - 1954)
Frida Kahlo
1907 - 1954
Andrei Andreevich Mylnikov (1919 - 2012)
Andrei Andreevich Mylnikov
1919 - 2012
Eugeniusz Kazimirovsky (1873 - 1939)
Eugeniusz Kazimirovsky
1873 - 1939
Arthur Wardle (1864 - 1949)
Arthur Wardle
1864 - 1949
Sargy (Martin Oliver Henson) Mann (1937 - 2015)
Sargy (Martin Oliver Henson) Mann
1937 - 2015
Frans van Loock (1910 - 1997)
Frans van Loock
1910 - 1997
Peter Hirsch (1889 - 1978)
Peter Hirsch
1889 - 1978
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