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ELIZAVETA ZVANTSEVA, 1889 (oil on canvas)
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ELIZAVETA ZVANTSEVA, 1889 (oil on canvas)
7215386 ELIZAVETA ZVANTSEVA, 1889 (oil on canvas) by Repin, Ilya Efimovich (1844-1930); Ateneum Art Museum, Finnish National Gallery, Helsinki, Finland; (add.info.: 1889//Oil on canvas
Repin met Elizaveta Zvantseva (1864-1921) in 1888. Under the spell but unable to understand if his feelings are reciprocated, he calls her his K noble sphynx". The artist gave him painting lessons in 1889. After training in Paris at the Julian Academy and the Colarossi Academy, Elizaveta created her own school of drawing and painting in Moscow (1899-1905) and then in Saint Petersburg (1906-1916). His portrait remained for nearly forty years with the painter.); Photo © Sylvain Collet
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This print showcases the stunning oil on canvas painting titled "ELIZAVETA ZVANTSEVA, 1889" by Ilya Efimovich Repin. The artwork is housed in the Ateneum Art Museum, Finnish National Gallery in Helsinki, Finland. Painted in 1889, this masterpiece depicts Elizaveta Zvantseva, a woman who had a profound impact on Repin's life and artistry. Their relationship was complex; Repin was enamored with her but uncertain if his feelings were reciprocated. He affectionately referred to her as his "noble sphinx". In 1889, Zvantseva gave him painting lessons which further deepened their connection. Zvantseva herself was an accomplished artist who established her own school of drawing and painting first in Moscow (1899-1905) and later in Saint Petersburg (1906-1916). This portrait remained with Repin for nearly four decades. The image captures Zvantseva seated gracefully while making direct eye contact with the viewer. Her attire exudes elegance and sophistication, reflecting the fashion of the late nineteenth century. The intricate jewelry she wears adds a touch of opulence to her ensemble. Through this photograph, we are transported back to the vibrant artistic scene of nineteenth-century Russia. It serves as a testament to both Repin's skill as a painter and his deep emotional connection with Elizaveta Zvantseva.
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