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

Olga Vladimirovna Rozanova (1886 - 1918)
Olga Vladimirovna Rozanova
1886 - 1918
Serge Ivanoff (1893 - 1983)
Serge Ivanoff
1893 - 1983
Aleksandr Aleksandrovich Vinogradov (1963)
Aleksandr Aleksandrovich Vinogradov
1963
Vasily Semenovich Sadovnikov (1800 - 1879)
Vasily Semenovich Sadovnikov
1800 - 1879
Simkha Faibusovich Simkhovitch (1885 - 1949)
Simkha Faibusovich Simkhovitch
1885 - 1949
Aleksandr Savvich Brodsky (1955)
Aleksandr Savvich Brodsky
1955
Yevgeny Pavlovich Melnikov (1928 - 2010)
Yevgeny Pavlovich Melnikov
1928 - 2010
Pyotr Fyodorovich Sokolov (1787 - 1848)
Pyotr Fyodorovich Sokolov
1787 - 1848
Aleksandr Davidovich Drevin (1889 - 1938)
Aleksandr Davidovich Drevin
1889 - 1938
Tatyana Isidorovna Rusakova (1903 - 1972)
Tatyana Isidorovna Rusakova
1903 - 1972
Grigory Silovich Ostrovsky (1756 - 1814)
Grigory Silovich Ostrovsky
1756 - 1814
Geliy Mikhailovich Korzhev (1925 - 2012)
Geliy Mikhailovich Korzhev
1925 - 2012
Rudolf Alexander Agricola (1912 - 1990)
Rudolf Alexander Agricola
1912 - 1990
Yevgeny Alexandrovich Lanceray (1848 - 1886)
Yevgeny Alexandrovich Lanceray
1848 - 1886
Dmitry Davydovich Kaminker (1949)
Dmitry Davydovich Kaminker
1949
Dmitry Antonovich Kolupaev (1883 - 1954)
Dmitry Antonovich Kolupaev
1883 - 1954

Creators Impressionism

Leonhard Schmidt (1892 - 1978)
Leonhard Schmidt
1892 - 1978
Alphonse Asselbergs (1839 - 1916)
Alphonse Asselbergs
1839 - 1916
Jens Søndergaard (1895 - 1957)
Jens Søndergaard
1895 - 1957
Leopold Pilikhovsky (1869 - 1934)
Leopold Pilikhovsky
1869 - 1934
Lydia Field Emmet (1866 - 1952)
Lydia Field Emmet
1866 - 1952
Jules Adolphe Breton (1827 - 1906)
Jules Adolphe Breton
1827 - 1906
Abraham Anderson (1847 - 1940)
Abraham Anderson
1847 - 1940
Louis-Charles Verwée (Verwee) (1832 - 1882)
Louis-Charles Verwée (Verwee)
1832 - 1882
Rudolf Franz Ullmann (1889 - 1973)
Rudolf Franz Ullmann
1889 - 1973
Carl Walter Liner (1914 - 1997)
Carl Walter Liner
1914 - 1997
Martin Léonce Chabry (1832 - 1883)
Martin Léonce Chabry
1832 - 1883
Edward Burra (1905 - 1976)
Edward Burra
1905 - 1976
Klaus von Woyski (1931 - 2017)
Klaus von Woyski
1931 - 2017
Gennady Stepanovich Rayshev (1934 - 2020)
Gennady Stepanovich Rayshev
1934 - 2020
Carlos Grethe (1864 - 1913)
Carlos Grethe
1864 - 1913
Pedro Figari (1861 - 1938)
Pedro Figari
1861 - 1938
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