Mikhail Vrubel (1856 - 1910) - photo 1

Mikhail Vrubel

Mikhail Aleksandrovich Vrubel (Russian: Михаил Александрович Врубель), a distinguished Russian artist, was renowned for his profound contributions to the world of art, spanning painting, sculpture, and the decorative arts. Born in Omsk in 1856, Vrubel's unique approach to art, characterized by its intricate detail and vibrant use of color, has captivated art collectors and experts alike. His works are celebrated for their innovative blend of realism and Symbolism, setting him apart in the pantheon of great artists.

Vrubel's oeuvre is notable for its fantastical themes, often drawing on mythological and fairy tale motifs to create deeply atmospheric and emotionally charged pieces. Among his most famous works are "The Demon Seated" and "The Swan Princess," which reside in prestigious Russian museums like the Tretyakov Gallery and the Russian Museum. These pieces exemplify his skill in using color and form to evoke a haunting, otherworldly beauty.

His influence extends beyond his canvas; Vrubel's contributions to theater design and decorative art have left a lasting legacy on the Russian cultural landscape. For art collectors and enthusiasts, Vrubel's work offers a window into the soul of Russian Symbolism, making his pieces highly sought after for their beauty and historical significance.

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Date and place of birt:17 march 1856, Omsk, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:14 april 1910, St. Petersburg, Russian Empire
Nationality:Russia
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Artist, Decorator, Graphic artist, Illustrator, Painter, Scenographer, Sculptor
Art school / group:Moscow Association of Artists, Union of Russian Artists
Genre:History painting, Mythological painting, Portrait, Still life
Art style:Academism, Modern art, Realism, Romanticism, Symbolism

Creators Russia

Yuri Savelievich Zlotnikov (1930 - 2016)
Yuri Savelievich Zlotnikov
1930 - 2016
Evgeny Leonidovich Kropivnitsky (1893 - 1979)
Evgeny Leonidovich Kropivnitsky
1893 - 1979
Yutta Iokhannesovna Paas-Aleksandrova (1927 - 2002)
Yutta Iokhannesovna Paas-Aleksandrova
1927 - 2002
Nikolai Pavlovich Ryabushinsky (1877 - 1950)
Nikolai Pavlovich Ryabushinsky
1877 - 1950
Ivan Nikolayevich Shulga (1889 - 1956)
Ivan Nikolayevich Shulga
1889 - 1956
Natalia Nikolaevna Agapieva-Zakharova (1883 - 1956)
Natalia Nikolaevna Agapieva-Zakharova
1883 - 1956
Andrej Mikhailovich Lanskoy (1902 - 1976)
Andrej Mikhailovich Lanskoy
1902 - 1976
Lotfulla Abdulmenovich Fattakhov (1918 - 1981)
Lotfulla Abdulmenovich Fattakhov
1918 - 1981
Orest Adamovich Kiprensky (1782 - 1836)
Orest Adamovich Kiprensky
1782 - 1836
 Erté (1892 - 1990)
Erté
1892 - 1990
Aleksandr Iulianovich Rukavishnikov (1950)
Aleksandr Iulianovich Rukavishnikov
1950
Samuil Grigorievich Nevelshtein (1903 - 1983)
Samuil Grigorievich Nevelshtein
1903 - 1983
Svetoslav Nikolaevich Roerich (1904 - 1993)
Svetoslav Nikolaevich Roerich
1904 - 1993
Pyotr Vasilievich Pavlov (1937 - 2010)
Pyotr Vasilievich Pavlov
1937 - 2010
Nikolai Ilyich Kofanov (1943 - 1998)
Nikolai Ilyich Kofanov
1943 - 1998
Porfiry Nikitich Krylov (1902 - 1990)
Porfiry Nikitich Krylov
1902 - 1990

Creators Academism

Heinrich Steinike (1825 - 1909)
Heinrich Steinike
1825 - 1909
Uwe Bangert (1927 - 2017)
Uwe Bangert
1927 - 2017
Heinrich Landgrebe (1908 - ?)
Heinrich Landgrebe
1908 - ?
Franz von Defregger (1835 - 1921)
Franz von Defregger
1835 - 1921
Victor de Grailly (1804 - 1887)
Victor de Grailly
1804 - 1887
Ricardo Balaca (1844 - 1880)
Ricardo Balaca
1844 - 1880
Johann Gottlob Henschke (1771 - 1850)
Johann Gottlob Henschke
1771 - 1850
Bruno Blätter (1870 - ?)
Bruno Blätter
1870 - ?
Lucien Simon (1861 - 1945)
Lucien Simon
1861 - 1945
Aernout Smit (1641 - 1710)
Aernout Smit
1641 - 1710
Friedrich Eduard Traffelet (1897 - 1954)
Friedrich Eduard Traffelet
1897 - 1954
Theodore Bernard de Heuvel (1817 - 1906)
Theodore Bernard de Heuvel
1817 - 1906
Rudolf von Alt (1812 - 1905)
Rudolf von Alt
1812 - 1905
Boris Vasilievich Bessonov (1862 - 1934)
Boris Vasilievich Bessonov
1862 - 1934
Mervin Jules (1912 - 1994)
Mervin Jules
1912 - 1994
Hedwig Edle von Malheim Friedlaender (1863 - 1945)
Hedwig Edle von Malheim Friedlaender
1863 - 1945
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