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

Meer Moiseevich Akselrod (1902 - 1970)
Meer Moiseevich Akselrod
1902 - 1970
Izrail' Mordukhovich Basov (1918 - 1994)
Izrail' Mordukhovich Basov
1918 - 1994
Alexander Petrovich Mozolev (1910 - 1970)
Alexander Petrovich Mozolev
1910 - 1970
Stanislav Yulianovich Zhukovsky (1873 - 1944)
Stanislav Yulianovich Zhukovsky
1873 - 1944
Alexander Mikhailovich Kishchenko (1933 - 1997)
Alexander Mikhailovich Kishchenko
1933 - 1997
Mikhail Andreyevich Savitsky (1922 - 2010)
Mikhail Andreyevich Savitsky
1922 - 2010
Abram Isaakovich Monoszon (1914 - 2007)
Abram Isaakovich Monoszon
1914 - 2007
Yakov Andreevich Golubev (1913 - 1973)
Yakov Andreevich Golubev
1913 - 1973
Grigory Mikhailovich Bobrovsky (1873 - 1942)
Grigory Mikhailovich Bobrovsky
1873 - 1942
Vladimir Ivanovich Stelmashonok (1928 - 2013)
Vladimir Ivanovich Stelmashonok
1928 - 2013
Yevsey Yevseyevich Moiseyenko (1916 - 1988)
Yevsey Yevseyevich Moiseyenko
1916 - 1988
Saul Baizerman (1889 - 1957)
Saul Baizerman
1889 - 1957
Alexey Zhdanov (1948 - 1993)
Alexey Zhdanov
1948 - 1993
Bencion Zukerman (1890 - 1944)
Bencion Zukerman
1890 - 1944
Abraham Manevich (1881 - 1942)
Abraham Manevich
1881 - 1942
Anatoly Akimovich Nenartovich (1915 - 1988)
Anatoly Akimovich Nenartovich
1915 - 1988

Creators Realism

Julius Scheurer (1859 - 1913)
Julius Scheurer
1859 - 1913
Ernest Lawson (1873 - 1939)
Ernest Lawson
1873 - 1939
Ferdinand Marinus (1808 - 1890)
Ferdinand Marinus
1808 - 1890
Carl Rotte (1862 - 1910)
Carl Rotte
1862 - 1910
Hans Herrmann (1858 - 1942)
Hans Herrmann
1858 - 1942
Thomas Lanier Williams (1911 - 1983)
Thomas Lanier Williams
1911 - 1983
Fernando Tirado (1862 - 1907)
Fernando Tirado
1862 - 1907
Heinrich Deiters (1840 - 1916)
Heinrich Deiters
1840 - 1916
Alphonse Asselbergs (1839 - 1916)
Alphonse Asselbergs
1839 - 1916
Axel Thorsen Schovelin (1827 - 1893)
Axel Thorsen Schovelin
1827 - 1893
Karl Himmelstoss (1872 - 1967)
Karl Himmelstoss
1872 - 1967
Anton Thorenfeld (1839 - 1907)
Anton Thorenfeld
1839 - 1907
Paul Jean Clays (1819 - 1900)
Paul Jean Clays
1819 - 1900
Ilse Tesdorpf-Edens (1892 - 1966)
Ilse Tesdorpf-Edens
1892 - 1966
William Barnes Wollen (1857 - 1936)
William Barnes Wollen
1857 - 1936
Herman Moiseyevich Gold (1933)
Herman Moiseyevich Gold
1933
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