Marie Bashkirtseff Collection

The Umbrella, 1883. Artist: Bashkirtseva, Maria Konstantinovna (1860-1884)
The Umbrella, 1883. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

The Artist's Sister-in-law, 1881. Creator: Maria Konstantinowka Bashkirtseff
The Artist's Sister-in-law, 1881

La Parisienne, portrait of Irma, model at the Academie Julian, 1882. Creator: Maria Konstantinowka Bashkirtseff
La Parisienne, portrait of Irma, model at the Academie Julian, 1882

A meeting, 1884. Artist: Bashkirtseva, Maria Konstantinovna (1860-1884)
A meeting, 1884. Found in the collection of the Musee d Orsay, Paris

Marie Bashkirtseff, c. 1870 (b / w photo)
1700806 Marie Bashkirtseff, c.1870 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Marie Bashkirtseff (born Mariia Kostyantynivna Bashkirtseva, 1858-1884) was a Ukrainian artist

The reader (Portrait of Dina Babanina, a cousin of the artist). Private Collection

Marie Bashkirtseff (b / w photo)
736409 Marie Bashkirtseff (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marie Bashkirtseff)

Marie Bashkirtseff (engraving)
1592155 Marie Bashkirtseff (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marie Bashkirtseff. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 28 November 1891)

Young woman reading in Front of an Advertising Column, ca 1880-1885. Private Collection

The Myrrhbearers, 1883. Found in the collection of State A. Radishchev Art Museum, Saratov

Self-Portrait (Detail). Artist: Bashkirtseva, Maria Konstantinovna (1860-1884)
Self-Portrait (Detail). Found in the collection of

Young Woman Reading. Artist: Bashkirtseva, Maria Konstantinovna (1860-1884)
Young Woman Reading. Private Collection

Parisian woman (Portrait of Irma), 1882. Artist: Bashkirtseva, Maria Konstantinovna (1860-1884)
Parisian woman (Portrait of Irma), 1882. Found in the collection of the Musee des Beaux-Arts de la ville de Paris

Bonbonniere Marie Bashkirtseff. Artist: Breslau, Louise-Catherine (1856-1927)
Bonbonniere Marie Bashkirtseff. Found in the collection of the Musee des Beaux-Arts, Nice

Portrait of Mme X, c. 1883-1884. Artist: Bashkirtseva, Maria Konstantinovna (1860-1884)
Portrait of Mme X, c. 1883-1884. Found in the collection of the Musee d Orsay, Paris

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Marie Bashkirtseff, a talented artist of the late 19th century, captured the essence of her time through her captivating artworks. In "The Umbrella, " painted in 1883, she skillfully portrays a woman shielding herself from the rain, symbolizing resilience and protection. Another masterpiece by Bashkirtseff is "A Meeting" from 1884, where she depicts an intimate encounter between two individuals with remarkable detail and emotion. Through various photographs and engravings, we catch glimpses into Marie's life. In a black-and-white photo taken around 1870, we see a young Marie Bashkirtseff exuding confidence and determination. The portrait of Dina Babanina showcases her ability to capture the essence of others as well. One cannot overlook Marie's self-portraits; they reveal not only her artistic prowess but also her introspective nature. In one such self-portrait detail, every stroke speaks volumes about her passion for art and desire for self-expression, not limited to capturing moments alone; she also depicted scenes from everyday life. In "Young Woman Reading in Front of an Advertising Column, " created between 1880-1885, she beautifully combines literature with urban surroundings—a testament to modernity during that era. Religion played a significant role in Marie's artistry too. Her painting "The Myrrhbearers" from 1883 reflects deep spirituality while showcasing her technical brilliance in portraying emotions on canvas. In Louise-Catherine Breslau's artwork titled "Bonbonniere Marie Bashkirtseff, " we witness how other artists were inspired by this extraordinary woman who left an indelible mark on the art world despite passing away at just twenty-three years old. Marie Bashkirtseff remains immortalized through these diverse works—each brushstroke telling stories of strength, vulnerability, and the pursuit of artistic excellence.