Gurzuf Collection

Alexander Pushkin on the Black Sea, 1868. Creator: Aivazovsky, Ivan Konstantinovich (1817-1900)
Alexander Pushkin on the Black Sea, 1868. Found in the Collection of State Museum of A.S. Pushkin, Moscow

Farewell, free element, o Sea! Alexander Pushkin on the Black Sea, 1877. Creator: Aivazovsky
Farewell, free element, o Sea! Alexander Pushkin on the Black Sea, 1877. Found in the Collection of A. Pushkin Memorial Museum, St. Petersburg

Gurzuf, 1917. Artist: Korovin, Konstantin Alexeyevich (1861-1939)
Gurzuf, 1917. Found in the collection of the State M. Nesterov Art Museum of Republic Bashkortostan, Ufa

Alexander Pushkin und Princess Maria Raevskaya near Gurzuf, 1886. Artist: Aivazovsky, Ivan Konstantinovich (1817-1900)
Alexander Pushkin und Princess Maria Raevskaya near Gurzuf, 1886. Private Collection

Night at Gurzuf, 1891. Artist: Aivazovsky, Ivan Konstantinovich (1817-1900)
Night at Gurzuf, 1891. From a private collection

The Crimea. Fruit store, 1913. Artist: Korovin, Konstantin Alexeyevich (1861-1939)
The Crimea. Fruit store, 1913. From a private collection

Pier in Gurzuf, 1914. Artist: Konstantin Korovin
Pier in Gurzuf, 1914. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St Petersburg

A Pioneers unit at All-Union Young Pioneer Camp Artek, Gurzuf, Crimea, USSR, 1930s(?). The Young Pioneers was a youth organisation established by the Communist Party in Russia in 1922

Greetings postcard - scenes of the Crimea, Ukraine - including the Gateway to the Alupka (Vorontsov) Palace, the Swallows Nest, the coast at Yalta and Gurzuf. Date: 1910

Gurzuf (Hurzuf) and Ayu-Dag (Bear) Mountain, Crimea, Ukraine (then in Russia). Date: circa 1910s

From the Gursuff (i. e. Gurzuf), Road, Jalta, (i. e. Yalta)
From the Gursuff (i.e. Gurzuf), Road, Jalta, (i.e. Yalta), the Crimea, Russia, (i.e. Ukraine). Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Gursuff, (i. e. Gurzuf), the Crimea, Russia, (i. e. Ukraine)
Gursuff, (i.e. Gurzuf), the Crimea, Russia, (i.e. Ukraine). Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Gursuff, (i. e. Gurzuf), from the Park, the Crimea, Russia
Gursuff, (i.e. Gurzuf), from the Park, the Crimea, Russia, (i.e. Ukraine). Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Gursuff, (i. e. Gurzuf), from the Jalta, (i. e. Yalta) Road
Gursuff, (i.e. Gurzuf), from the Jalta, (i.e. Yalta) Road, the Crimea, Russia, (i.e. Ukraine). Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

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Gurzuf, a picturesque coastal town nestled in the Crimea region of Ukraine, has long been an inspiration for artists and poets alike. Its breathtaking beauty and tranquil atmosphere have captivated the hearts of many throughout history. In 1868, renowned Russian poet Alexander Pushkin found solace on the Black Sea shores of Gurzuf. As he gazed upon the vast expanse of water, his thoughts were immortalized by artist Ivan Aivazovsky's brushstrokes. The painting depicts Pushkin bidding farewell to this free element, as if acknowledging its power and allure. Years later, in 1877, another masterpiece emerged from Aivazovsky's talented hands. This time it was titled "Farewell, free element, o Sea. " Once again featuring Gurzuf as its backdrop, the painting evokes a sense of longing and melancholy that only nature can evoke. Konstantin Korovin also fell under Gurzuf's spell. In 1917, he painted a vibrant scene capturing the essence of this charming town. With bold strokes and vivid colors, Korovin brings to life the bustling streets filled with fruit stores - a testament to Gurzuf's abundance and prosperity. But it wasn't just painters who found inspiration here; even historical figures like Princess Maria Raevskaya accompanied Pushkin during his visit in 1886. Aivazovsky beautifully captured their encounter near Gurzuf in a delicate portrayal that speaks volumes about their connection to this enchanting place. Aivazovsky returned once more to depict nightfall at Gurzuf in 1891. His mastery shines through as he skillfully captures moonlight dancing on gentle waves while stars illuminate the sky above – an ethereal scene that transports viewers into a dreamlike state. Fast forward to early 20th century when Konstantin Korovin painted "Pier in Gurzuf" in 1914.