Vitaly Konstantinovich Tsvirko (1913 - 1993)

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Vitaly Konstantinovich Tsvirko

Vitaly Konstantinovich Tsvirko (Russian: Виталий Константинович Цвирко), a renowned Belarusian artist, educator, and painter, emerged as a significant figure in the Belarusian art scene throughout the 20th century. Born on February 14, 1913, in the village of Radeevo, now part of Belarus, Tsvirko's upbringing in a family of rural teachers laid the groundwork for his artistic pursuits. His early exposure to the works of Russian artists, coupled with his formal education at the Vitebsk Art College and later at the Surikov Art Institute in Moscow, honed his skills and shaped his artistic direction.

Tsvirko's career blossomed post-World War II, marked by his return to Belarus where he deeply engaged with painting, focusing on military-historical and post-war themes. His works, such as "The Unconquered" and a series of landscapes that poignantly capture the Belarusian nature, are testament to his rich, picturesque manner and lyrical representation of his homeland. These pieces not only earned him the title of People's Artist of the BSSR but also the State Prize of the BSSR, reflecting his significant contribution to Belarusian culture and art.

Beyond his artistic achievements, Tsvirko's legacy includes his role as an educator, influencing future generations of Belarusian artists. His tenure at the Minsk School of Art and later at the Belarusian Theatre and Art Institute, where he served as rector, allowed him to mentor notable Belarusian artists, further cementing his impact on the art world.

Tsvirko's works, celebrated for their depiction of Belarusian landscapes and historical themes, have found homes in various museums and galleries, notably the State Museum of the History of the Great Patriotic War in Minsk. His dedication to capturing the essence of Belarusian identity and nature made him a pivotal figure in the country's artistic heritage.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Tsvirko's oeuvre represents a rich tapestry of Belarusian culture and history, encapsulating the beauty of its landscapes and the resilience of its people. His contributions to art and education have left an indelible mark on Belarusian culture, making his works highly sought after by enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike.

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Date and place of birt:14 february 1913, Радеево, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:11 june 1993, Minsk, Byelorussia
Nationality:Byelorussia
Period of activity: XX century
Specialization:Artist, Educator, Painter
Genre:Genre art, History painting, Landscape painting, Still life
Art style:Realism, Socialist realism

Creators Byelorussia

Nikolai Ivanovich Volynets (1921 - 2003)
Nikolai Ivanovich Volynets
1921 - 2003
Saveliy Abramovich Sorin (1878 - 1953)
Saveliy Abramovich Sorin
1878 - 1953
Mikhail Davidovich Natarevich (1907 - 1979)
Mikhail Davidovich Natarevich
1907 - 1979
Nicolai Cikovsky (1894 - 1987)
Nicolai Cikovsky
1894 - 1987
Isaak Yakovlevich Itkind (1871 - 1969)
Isaak Yakovlevich Itkind
1871 - 1969
Saul Baizerman (1889 - 1957)
Saul Baizerman
1889 - 1957
Ivan Osipovich Akhremchik (1903 - 1971)
Ivan Osipovich Akhremchik
1903 - 1971
Ossip Zadkine (1890 - 1967)
Ossip Zadkine
1890 - 1967
Solomon Rossin (1937)
Solomon Rossin
1937
Vladimir Ivanovich Akulov (1954)
Vladimir Ivanovich Akulov
1954
Vladimir Ivanovich Stelmashonok (1928 - 2013)
Vladimir Ivanovich Stelmashonok
1928 - 2013
Meer Moiseevich Akselrod (1902 - 1970)
Meer Moiseevich Akselrod
1902 - 1970
Jazep Mikhailovich Gorid (1896 - 1939)
Jazep Mikhailovich Gorid
1896 - 1939
Abram Isaakovich Monoszon (1914 - 2007)
Abram Isaakovich Monoszon
1914 - 2007
Chaim Moiseevich Livshits (1912 - 1994)
Chaim Moiseevich Livshits
1912 - 1994
Jan Damel (1780 - 1840)
Jan Damel
1780 - 1840

Creators Realism

Antonio Parreiras (1860 - 1937)
Antonio Parreiras
1860 - 1937
Edmond De Pratere (1826 - 1888)
Edmond De Pratere
1826 - 1888
Georg Wrba (1872 - 1939)
Georg Wrba
1872 - 1939
Allan Rohan Crite (1910 - 2007)
Allan Rohan Crite
1910 - 2007
Joris-Karl Huysmans (1848 - 1907)
Joris-Karl Huysmans
1848 - 1907
Traugott Senn (1877 - 1955)
Traugott Senn
1877 - 1955
Félix Louis Pluijms (Pluyms) (1814 - 1882)
Félix Louis Pluijms (Pluyms)
1814 - 1882
Gerhard Richter (1932)
Gerhard Richter
1932
Zygmunt Aydukevich (1861 - 1917)
Zygmunt Aydukevich
1861 - 1917
Myles Birket Foster (1825 - 1899)
Myles Birket Foster
1825 - 1899
Vasilii Ivanovich Grigoriev (1895 - 1982)
Vasilii Ivanovich Grigoriev
1895 - 1982
Carl Schultze (1856 - 1926)
Carl Schultze
1856 - 1926
Gennady Lvovich Rogozny (1948 - 2007)
Gennady Lvovich Rogozny
1948 - 2007
Karl Kronberger (1841 - 1921)
Karl Kronberger
1841 - 1921
Christian Wilhelm von Faber du Faur (1780 - 1857)
Christian Wilhelm von Faber du Faur
1780 - 1857
Johann August Wilhelm Sohn (1830 - 1899)
Johann August Wilhelm Sohn
1830 - 1899
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