Briullov Collection (#3)

Portrait of Yekaterina Pavlovna Bakunina (1795-1869), before 1832. Artist: Briullov, Alexander Pavlovich (1798-1877)
Portrait of Yekaterina Pavlovna Bakunina (1795-1869), before 1832. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Portrait of Princess Natalia Viktorovna Kochubey, nee Kochubey (1800-1854), 1830s. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Portrait of Nikolay Mikhaylovich Donaurov (1806-1849), 1830s. Artist: Briullov, Alexander Pavlovich (1798-1877)
Portrait of Nikolay Mikhaylovich Donaurov (1806-1849), 1830s. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Portrait of Adelaida Alexandrovna Senkovskaya (1800-1858), nee Baroness von Rahl, End 1840s. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The Fountain of Bahcesaray, 1849. Artist: Karl Briullov
The Fountain of Bahcesaray, 1849. The Fountain of Bakhchisaray is a poem by Alexander Pushkin published in 1822. Found in the collection of the A Pushkin Memorial Museum, St Petersburg

The Malachite Hall of the Winter Palace in Saint Petersburg, 1837-1839. Artist: Aleksandr Bryullov
The Malachite Hall of the Winter Palace in Saint Petersburg, 1837-1839. Briullov, Alexander Pavlovich (1798-1877)

Portrait of the author Alexander Strugovshchikov, (1808-1878), 1840. Artist: Karl Briullov
Portrait of the author Alexander Strugovshchikov, (1808-1878), 1840. Briullov, Karl Pavlovich (1799-1852). Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

The Alexander Hall in the Winter Palace in Saint Petersburg, 1839. Artist: Aleksandr Bryullov
The Alexander Hall in the Winter Palace in Saint Petersburg, 1839. Briullov, Alexander Pavlovich (1798-1877)

Horsewoman, Portrait of Giovanina and Amazillia Pacini, 1832. Artist: Karl Briullov
Horsewoman, Portrait of Giovanina and Amazillia Pacini, 1832. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

The Last Day of Pompeii Detail, 1833. Artist: Karl Briullov
The Last Day of Pompeii Detail, 1833. Pompeii is a ruined Roman city, destroyed by a volcano eruption in AD 79, Russian Museum, St-Petersburg

Siege of Pskov by Polish King Stefan Batory, 1843. Oil on canvas. Karl Briullov (1799 -1852) Russian painter. Livonian War 1581-1582 between Poland and Russia

Grand Duchess Elena Pavlovna with her daughter Maria, 1830. Oil on canvas. Karl Briullov (1799 -1852) Russian painter. Friederike Charlotte Marie (1807-1873) daughter of Wurttemberg

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"Briullov: A Master of Historical and Portrait Art" Karl Briullov, a renowned Russian artist of the 19th century, left an indelible mark on the art world with his exceptional talent and diverse range of subjects. Born in St. Petersburg in 1799, he displayed great promise from an early age. One of his most celebrated works is "The Siege of Pskov by Stephen Bathory in 1581, " created between 1839 and 1843. This monumental painting captures the intensity and drama of a historical event, showcasing Briullov's mastery in depicting battle scenes. In contrast to this grandeur, it also excelled at capturing intimate moments through portraiture. His "Portrait of Anatole Demidoff, Prince de San-Donato" from 1829 showcases his skillful use of pencil and watercolor on paper laid down on board. The delicate strokes bring out the subject's personality while highlighting their regal demeanor. Briullov's versatility shines through in "Virsavia or Bather with a Negro Slave, " an oil-on-canvas masterpiece that explores themes of power dynamics and sensuality. Here, he delves into the complexities surrounding race and servitude during that era. Not limited to historical events or portraits alone, Briullov ventured into other genres as well. In "At Allah's behest putting on a clean shirt once a year, " he humorously depicts religious customs with wit and satire. His artistic prowess extended beyond painting; he also captured significant figures such as composer Michail I Glinka alongside friends Y Yanenko and N Kukolnik in the group portrait titled "The Composer Michail I Glinka and His Friends. " This piece not only immortalizes these influential individuals but also showcases Briullov's ability to capture camaraderie among peers. "The Last Day of Pompeii" is another notable work, completed in 1833.