Anna Akhmatova Collection

Anna Akhmatova (Ritratto di Donna Rossa), 1915. Artist: Modigliani, Amedeo (1884-1920)
Anna Akhmatova (Ritratto di Donna Rossa), 1915. From a private collection

Anna Akhmatova (1889-1967) russian poet, 1911 (drawing)
1735001 Anna Akhmatova (1889-1967) russian poet, 1911 (drawing) by Modigliani, Amedeo (1884-1920); (add.info.: by Amedeo Modigliani)

Woman Reclining on a Bed (Anna Akhmatova), c. 1911. Private Collection

Anna Akhmatova, 1924. Private Collection

Anna Akhmatova, 1920s. Artist: Danko, Natalia Jakovlevna (1892-1942)
Anna Akhmatova, 1920s. Found in the collection of A. Akhmatova Memorial Museum, St. Petersburg

Portrait of the Poet Anna Akhmatova (1889-1966), 1929. Artist: Makaturin, Gavriil Petrovich (1892-1945)
Portrait of the Poet Anna Akhmatova (1889-1966), 1929. Private Collection

Kneeling Blue Caryatid, c. 1911. Artist: Modigliani, Amedeo (1884-1920)
Kneeling Blue Caryatid, c. 1911. Private Collection

Standing Nude with Raised Arms, 1911. Artist: Modigliani, Amedeo (1884-1920)
Standing Nude with Raised Arms, 1911. Private Collection

Standing Female Nude in Profile with Lighted Candle, c. 1911. Artist: Modigliani, Amedeo (1884-1920)
Standing Female Nude in Profile with Lighted Candle, c. 1911. Found in the collection of Paul Alexandre collection

Portrait of the Poetess Anna Akhmatova (1889-1966). Artist: Anonymous
Portrait of the Poetess Anna Akhmatova (1889-1966). Found in the collection of Russian State Archive of Literature and Art, Moscow

Anna Akhmatova, 1923. Artist: Danko, Natalia Jakovlevna (1892-1942)
Anna Akhmatova, 1923. Found in the collection of A. Akhmatova Memorial Museum, St. Petersburg

Anna Akhmatova as Acrobat, 1911. Artist: Modigliani, Amedeo (1884-1920)
Anna Akhmatova as Acrobat, 1911. From a private collection

Anna Akhmatova, 1911. Artist: Modigliani, Amedeo (1884-1920)
Anna Akhmatova, 1911. From a private collection

Anna Akhmatova and Olga Glebova-Sudeikina, 1914
Anna Akhmatova and Olga Glebova-Sudeikina

Anna Akhmatova and Maria Kuzmina-Karavayeva (left), 1912
Anna Akhmatova and Maria Kuzmina-Karavayeva (left)

Portrait of Anna Akhmatova, 1922. Artist: Kuz ma Petrov-Vodkin
Portrait of Anna Akhmatova, 1922. Anna Akhmatova was the pen name of the Russian poet Anna Andreevna Gorenko (1889-1966). From the collection of the State Russian Museum, St Petersburg, Russia

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Anna Akhmatova, a renowned Russian poet, captivated the hearts and minds of many with her profound words and captivating presence. Born in 1889, she left an indelible mark on the literary world during her lifetime. In 1911, a drawing captured Anna Akhmatova's essence as a young poet. The portrait showcased her delicate features and hinted at the depth of emotions that would later permeate her verses. A few years later, Modigliani immortalized her beauty in his painting "Anna Akhmatova (Ritratto di Donna Rossa)" in 1915. The artwork exuded elegance and mystery, reflecting both the artist's skill and the subject's enigmatic aura. As time went on, other artists sought to capture Anna Akhmatova's spirit through their work. Gavriil Petrovich Makaturin painted a poignant portrait of the poetess in 1929, showcasing her resilience amidst personal struggles. Anonymous also contributed to this legacy with their own interpretation of Anna Akhmatova's visage. Throughout these artistic representations, one can sense both vulnerability and strength emanating from Anna Akhmatova's gaze. Her poems delved into themes such as love, loss, and political turmoil - topics that resonated deeply with readers across generations. Beyond being an inspiration for artists worldwide, Anna Akhmatova faced numerous challenges throughout her life due to political circumstances in Russia. Yet she persisted in sharing her poetic voice despite censorship and persecution during Stalinist rule. The impact extended beyond just poetry; she became a symbol of resistance against oppression for many Russians who found solace within her verses during difficult times. Today we remember Anna Akhmatova not only for her contributions to literature but also for embodying courage in speaking truth to power through artistry.