Chertkov Collection

Russian author Leo Tolstoy with his granddaughter Tatiana, Yasnaya Polyana, Russia, c1910. Tolstoy (1828-1910) is widely regarded as one of the greatest of all novelists

Portrait of Grigory Ivanovich Chertkov (1828-1884) (From the Album of the Imperial Horse Guards) - Hau (Gau)
FIA5393653 Portrait of Grigory Ivanovich Chertkov (1828-1884) (From the Album of the Imperial Horse Guards) - Hau (Gau), Vladimir Ivanovich (1816-1895)

Portrait of Alexander Dmitriyevich Chertkov (1789-1858), 1857. Found in the Collection of State History Museum, Moscow

Alexander Dmitriyevich Chertkov. Artist: Anonymous
Alexander Dmitriyevich Chertkov. Found in the collection of Russian State Historical Library, Moscow

Leo Tolstoy with his secretary Vladimir Chertkov at the Yasnaya Polyana on 29 March 1909, 1909. Found in the Collection of State Museum The Tolstoys Estate Yasnaya Polyana

Portrait of Vladimir Grigorievich Chertkov (1854-1936). Found in the Collection of State Museum of Leo Tolstoy, Moscow

Count Lev Nikolayevich Tolstoy walking. Found in the Collection of State Museum of Leo Tolstoy, Moscow

Leo Tolstoy with grandchildren Leo and Sofia, 1909. Artist: Chertkov, Vladimir Grigorievich (1854-1936)
Leo Tolstoy with grandchildren Leo and Sofia, 1909. Found in the collection of State Museum Yasnaya Polyana Estate, near Tula

The Chertkov House on Myasnitskaya Street in Moscow, 1860s. Artist: Anonymous
The Chertkov House on Myasnitskaya Street in Moscow, 1860s. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Portrait of Yevdokiya Stepanovna Chertkova (1770-1827). Artist: Anonymous
Portrait of Yevdokiya Stepanovna Chertkova (1770-1827). Found in the collection of the Regional I. Kramskoi Art Museum, Voronezh

Portrait of Grigory Ivanovich Chertkov (1828-1884) (From the Album of the Imperial Horse Guards), 1846-1849. Found in the collection of the Institut of Russian Literature IRLI (Pushkin-House)

Arrival of General Tchertkoff (Chertkov), Russian ambassador to France, Paris, 1895. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 6th January 1895

CHERTKOV, Vladimir Grigoryevich (1854-1936); TOLSTOY, Lev Nikolayevich, Leo (1828-1910). Writer and secretary of Leo Tolstoy, at Isnaia Poliana in 1909. Date: 1854 - 1936

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Chertkov: A Legacy of Literature, Family, and Diplomacy In the early 20th century, Russian author Leo Tolstoy found solace in the company of his granddaughter Tatiana at Yasnaya Polyana, Russia. This heartwarming moment captured by artist Vladimir Grigorievich Chertkov showcases their deep bond and love for literature. The Chertkov family has a rich history intertwined with art and culture. A portrait of Grigory Ivanovich Chertkov from the Imperial Horse Guards album reveals his noble presence during the mid-19th century. Painted by Hau (Gau), this watercolor on paper captures his dignified aura. Another captivating portrait depicts Alexander Dmitriyevich Chertkov, an ancestor who lived during the late 18th to mid-19th centuries. Though anonymous in its creation, it beautifully portrays a man whose legacy would shape generations to come. Vladimir Grigorievich Chertkov himself is immortalized in a separate painting that reflects his influential role as Leo Tolstoy's secretary. Their meeting at Yasnaya Polyana in March 1909 symbolizes their shared passion for literature and intellectual pursuits. Count Lev Nikolayevich Tolstoy's walks through nature were often accompanied by Vladimir Grigorievich Chertkov. These strolls not only fostered friendship but also inspired some of Tolstoy's greatest works. A glimpse into family life can be seen through another artwork where Leo Tolstoy stands alongside grandchildren Leo and Sofia. Created by none other than Vladimir Grigorievich Chertkov himself, this piece exudes warmth and familial love. The historical significance of the Chertkov name extends beyond personal connections; it encompasses physical spaces too. The iconic Myasnitskaya Street House in Moscow served as a hub for cultural gatherings during the 1860s, leaving an indelible mark on Russian history.