Chaliapin Collection

Chaliapin / Don Quixote
FYODOR IVANOVICH CHALIAPIN Russian opera singer as Don Quichotte (Don Quixote)

Portrait of Feodor Shaljapin, 1922
SRM125308 Portrait of Feodor Shaljapin, 1922 by Kustodiev, Boris Mikhailovich (1878-1927); State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Portrait of Feodor Chaliapin (1873-1938) as Boris Godunov (1551-1605) 1916 (oil on canvas
BAL238858 Portrait of Feodor Chaliapin (1873-1938) as Boris Godunov (1551-1605) 1916 (oil on canvas) by Kharitonov, Nikolay Vassilyevich (1880-1944); 135x250 cm; State Central A.A

Portrait of the singer Feodor Ivanovich Chaliapin (1873-1938), c. 1930. Private Collection

Portrait of the opera singer Feodor Chaliapin (1873–1938). Artist: Anonymous
Portrait of the opera singer Feodor Chaliapin (1873-1938). Private Collection

Portrait of Fyodor Ivanov Shaliapin (1873-1939) in the Role of Boris Godunov, 1912, (1965). Fyodor Ivanovich Chaliapin (1873-1938) in the title role of Mussorgskys opera

Konstantin Korovins name day party, 1912. Artist: Pasternak, Leonid Osipovich (1862-1945)
Konstantin Korovins name day party, 1912. Private Collection

Fyodor Shalyapin (Caricature), 1910s. Artist: Shcherbov, Pavel Yegorovich (1866-1938)
Fyodor Shalyapin (Caricature), 1910s. Found in the collection of the State Museum of Theatre and Music Art, St. Petersburg

Portrait of the singer Fyodor Shalyapin (1873-1938), 1917. Artist: Yakovlev, Alexander Yevgenyevich (1887-1938)
Portrait of the singer Fyodor Shalyapin (1873-1938), 1917. Found in the collection of the State Museum of Theatre and Music Art, St. Petersburg

Costume Design for Feodor Chaliapin (1873-1938) in the opera Rogneda by Alexander Serov, 1897. Found in the collection of State Museum Abramtsevo Estate, near Moscow

Poster for the Saison Russe at the Theatre du Chatelet, 1909. Artist: Verneau, Eugene (active Early 20th-century)
Poster for the Saison Russe at the Theatre du Chatelet, 1909. Found in the collection of the State Museum of Theatre and Music Art, St. Petersburg

Feodor Chaliapin with his wife Iola, 1903
Feodor Chaliapin with his wife Iola

May Day meeting, Russia, 1920. Among those present are Bolshevik leader Grigory Zinoviev (1883-1936), writer Maxim Gorky (1868-1936) and opera singer Feodor Chaliapin (1873-1938)

Russian author Maxim Gorky and singer Feodor Chaliapin, 1901. Gorky (1868-1936) was one of the pioneers of socialist realism in literature

Russian Opera at Paris
Russian opera - headed by the singer Chaliapin - visits Paris

Feodor Chaliapin Seated with his Wife
The Russian opera singer Feodor Ivanovich Chaliapin (1873 1938) wearing a beret and seated next to his Wife Iola Tornagi. Date: circa 1895

Feodor Chaliapin Seated at his piano, 1913
The Russian opera singer Feodor Ivanovich Chaliapin (1873 1938) seated at a Bluthner piano in his studio in 1913. Date: 1913

FEODOR CHALIAPIN (1873-1938). Russian operatic basso. Photographed in the 1920s by Nickolas Muray

GORKY AND CHALIAPIN, 1901. Russian writer Maxim Gorky and Russian opera singer Feodor Ivanovich Chaliapin. Photo postcard, 1901

Rimsky-Korsakov / Pskov
(also known as Ivan the Terrible ) Chaliapin as Tsar Ivan in a revival at La Scala, Milano; the opera tells of conflict between Tsar and Pskov

Maxim Gorky And Chaliapin
Russian writer Maxim Gorky, (Born Aleksey Maksimovich Peshkov), photographed with Russian singer Chaliapin

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Chaliapin, the legendary opera singer, captivated audiences with his powerful voice and mesmerizing performances. Known for his portrayal of iconic characters like Don Quixote and Boris Godunov, Chaliapin left an indelible mark on the world of music. In the 1922 portrait titled "Portrait of Feodor Shaljapin, " we see a glimpse into the soul of this extraordinary artist. The intensity in his eyes reflects the passion he brought to every role he played. His deep understanding of characters is evident in another portrait from 1916, where he embodies Boris Godunov with such conviction that it feels as if history has come alive on canvas. Even in a more casual setting, such as at Konstantin Korovins name day party in 1912, Chaliapin's presence commands attention. Surrounded by fellow artists and intellectuals, he exudes charisma and charm. However, it was not just his talent that made Chaliapin unforgettable; it was also his personal life. A caricature from the 1910s shows him with a mischievous smile, capturing his playful spirit offstage. In contrast, a portrait from 1930 reveals a more contemplative side to him—a man who had experienced both triumphs and hardships throughout his career. Chaliapin's influence extended beyond opera stages; he also inspired visual artists. In an anonymous portrait dedicated to him, we witness how painters sought to capture his essence through their brushstrokes. Additionally, costume designs for Chaliapin showcase the intricate details crafted specifically for each character he portrayed. The impact of Chaliapin's artistry reached far beyond Russia's borders. A poster from 1909 advertises Saison Russe at Theatre du Chatelet—an event featuring Russian performers including Chaliapin himself—highlighting how eagerly anticipated these performances were around Europe.