Martiros Saryan (1880 - 1972)

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Martiros Saryan

Martiros Saryan (Russian: Мартирос Сергеевич Сарьян), an Armenian painter, left an indelible mark on the art world with his vibrant landscapes, still lifes, and portraits that radiate the essence of Armenian culture and nature. Born in Nakhichevan-on-Don in 1880, Saryan's journey into the world of art was influenced by his studies at the Moscow School of Arts and notable artists like Paul Gauguin and Henri Matisse. His work is celebrated for its bright, bold use of color and a unique ability to capture the beauty of the Armenian landscape​​​​.

Saryan's artistic odyssey was marked by extensive travels across Turkey, Egypt, and Iran between 1910 and 1913, which enriched his palette and broadened his thematic scope. These experiences, coupled with his later contributions as a designer of the Armenian SSR's coat of arms and a theatre curtain, underscore his profound impact on Armenian national identity. Despite the challenges of the 1930s, Saryan's commitment to landscape and portrait painting never wavered, earning him prestigious awards and recognition within the USSR Art Academy and the Armenian Academy of Sciences​​.

Today, Saryan's legacy is preserved at the Martiros Saryan House Museum in Yerevan, where visitors can immerse themselves in his life and art. The museum showcases a wealth of his works, including renowned paintings like "Armenia" and "The Ararat Valley," offering a window into the culture and history of Armenia through Saryan's eyes​​.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, the vibrancy and depth of Saryan's work offer a unique insight into Armenian heritage. Sign up for updates on new product sales and auction events related to Martiros Saryan, and explore the rich tapestry of Armenian art as seen through the masterful strokes of one of its greatest painters.

Date and place of birt:28 february 1880, Rostov-on-Don, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:5 may 1972, Yerevan, USSR
Nationality:Russia, Armenia
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Decorator, Graphic artist, Illustrator, Painter
Art school / group:Mir iskusstva, Union of Russian Artists (1903-1923)
Genre:Landscape painting, Portrait, Self-portrait, Still life
Art style:Expressionism, Symbolism
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Oleg Alexandrovich Zinger (1910 - 1998)
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Jozsef Egri (1883 - 1951)
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Mahirwan Mamtani (1935)
Mahirwan Mamtani
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Gust Romijn (1922 - 2010)
Gust Romijn
1922 - 2010
Mikhail L'vovich Boychuk (1882 - 1937)
Mikhail L'vovich Boychuk
1882 - 1937
Albert Heinzinger (1911 - 1992)
Albert Heinzinger
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Peter Calmés (1900 - 1968)
Peter Calmés
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Boris Grigoriev (1886 - 1939)
Boris Grigoriev
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Mario Mafai (1902 - 1965)
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Vsevolod Vladimirovich Voinov (1880 - 1945)
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