Konstantin Somov (1869 - 1939)

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Konstantin Somov

Konstantin Andreyevich Somov (Russian: Константин Андреевич Сомов) was a Russian artist, renowned for his contributions to painting and his association with the Mir iskusstva movement. Born into a family deeply rooted in the arts, Somov developed an early interest in 18th-century art and music, a theme that would prominently feature in his later works.

Somov's artistry was marked by its nod to the Rococo style, combining elements of eroticism and romanticism, often set against a backdrop of sensuality. His works often explored themes of irony, eroticism, and a puppet-like theatricality of the world. Somov's artistic approach was heavily influenced by various artists and styles, including the Pre-Raphaelites, Aubrey Beardsley, James Whistler, and French Rococo artists such as Watteau, Largilliere, Fragonard, and Boucher.

Throughout his career, Somov achieved significant acclaim, particularly in the early 20th century. His works were known for their delicate and refined qualities, capturing the essence of an era known for its sophistication and depth. Some of his notable works include "Rainbow" (1897), "Dame ôtant son masque" (1906), and "Pierrot and Lady" (1910), each demonstrating his unique style and thematic focus.

The Russian Revolution brought a significant shift in Somov's life and career. He initially emigrated to the United States, finding the atmosphere there alien to his art, and eventually settled in Paris. His later works, especially the male nude paintings, continued to reflect his distinctive style and thematic preoccupations.

Somov's legacy in the art world is enduring, not only for his artistic achievements but also for the record-setting auction prices his works have commanded, such as "The Rainbow" (1927) selling for over $7 million at Christie's.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Somov's works represent a unique blend of romantic and erotic themes, portrayed through a lens of exquisite artistic skill. His contributions to the Mir iskusstva movement and his influence on the art of the early 20th century continue to be celebrated and studied.

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Date and place of birt:30 november 1869, St. Petersburg, Russia
Date and place of death:6 may 1939, Paris, France
Nationality:Russia, France, Russian Empire
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Artist, Graphic artist, Illustrator, Painter
Art school / group:Mir iskusstva, Union of Russian Artists
Genre:Genre art, Nude art, Landscape painting, Portrait, Still life
Art style:Modern art, Realism, Symbolism
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1846 - 1898
Evgenia Georgievna Lopukhina-Kamchatova (1893 - 1965)
Evgenia Georgievna Lopukhina-Kamchatova
1893 - 1965
Alexander Alexandrovich Osmerkin (1892 - 1953)
Alexander Alexandrovich Osmerkin
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Karl Hampeln (1794 - 1880)
Karl Hampeln
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Aminadav Moiseyevich Kanevsky (1898 - 1976)
Aminadav Moiseyevich Kanevsky
1898 - 1976
Maria Vladimirovna Lomakina (1896 - 1964)
Maria Vladimirovna Lomakina
1896 - 1964
Dashinima Balzhanovich (Dashi) Namdakov (1967)
Dashinima Balzhanovich (Dashi) Namdakov
1967
Ilya Lvovich Selvinsky (1899 - 1968)
Ilya Lvovich Selvinsky
1899 - 1968
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Carl Timoleon von Neff
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Moses Soyer (1899 - 1974)
Moses Soyer
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Pavel Petrovich Leonov
1920 - 2011
Gor Razmikovich Chakhal (Oganisyan) (1961)
Gor Razmikovich Chakhal (Oganisyan)
1961
Piotr Petrovich Belousov (1912 - 1989)
Piotr Petrovich Belousov
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Nikolai Dmitrievich Milioti (1874 - 1962)
Nikolai Dmitrievich Milioti
1874 - 1962
Vasily Pavlovich Schreiber (1850 - 1905)
Vasily Pavlovich Schreiber
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Arrigo Wittler
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Georges-Léon-Ernest Buysse
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Giovanni Fattori
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Yevgeny Nikolayevich (Eugène) Chiriaeff
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Alfred James Munnings (1878 - 1959)
Alfred James Munnings
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Jane Sutherland (1853 - 1928)
Jane Sutherland
1853 - 1928
Rudolph Jordan (1810 - 1887)
Rudolph Jordan
1810 - 1887
Barthel Gilles (1891 - 1977)
Barthel Gilles
1891 - 1977
Joseph Hoffmann (1831 - 1904)
Joseph Hoffmann
1831 - 1904
Elenore Plaisted Abbott (1875 - 1935)
Elenore Plaisted Abbott
1875 - 1935
Osip Emilyevich Mandelstam (1891 - 1938)
Osip Emilyevich Mandelstam
1891 - 1938
Osip Emmanuilovich Braz (1873 - 1936)
Osip Emmanuilovich Braz
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Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita
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Romolo Panfi (1632 - 1690)
Romolo Panfi
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Jules Finot (1826 - 1906)
Jules Finot
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Georgius Jacobus Johannes van Os I (1782 - 1861)
Georgius Jacobus Johannes van Os I
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