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Russian Poet Collection

The rich tapestry of Russian poetry is beautifully captured in these captivating portraits

Background imageRussian Poet Collection: Mikhail Yuryevich Lermontov (1814-41) (engraving)

Mikhail Yuryevich Lermontov (1814-41) (engraving)
KW129255 Mikhail Yuryevich Lermontov (1814-41) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageRussian Poet Collection: Portrait of Mikhail Kuzmin (1875-1936), 1909 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Mikhail Kuzmin (1875-1936), 1909 (oil on canvas)
BAL168229 Portrait of Mikhail Kuzmin (1875-1936), 1909 (oil on canvas) by Somov, Konstantin Andreevic (1869-1939); 32.8x24.5 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

Background imageRussian Poet Collection: Portrait of Anna Akhmatova (1889-1966), 1927 (w / c on paper)

Portrait of Anna Akhmatova (1889-1966), 1927 (w / c on paper)
BAL137582 Portrait of Anna Akhmatova (1889-1966), 1927 (w/c on paper) by Tyrsa, Nikolai Adrianovich (1887-1942); 32.5x20.6 cm; Pushkin Museum, Moscow

Background imageRussian Poet Collection: Mikhail Yuryevich Lermontov (1814-41) (oil on canvas)

Mikhail Yuryevich Lermontov (1814-41) (oil on canvas)
CHT239254 Mikhail Yuryevich Lermontov (1814-41) (oil on canvas) by Russian School (19th century); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; Russian, out of copyright

Background imageRussian Poet Collection: Portrait of Anna Akhmatova (1889-1966) 1922 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Anna Akhmatova (1889-1966) 1922 (oil on canvas)
SRM169471 Portrait of Anna Akhmatova (1889-1966) 1922 (oil on canvas) by Petrov-Vodkin, Kuzma Sergeevich (1878-1939); 54.5x43.5 cm; State Russian Museum, St

Background imageRussian Poet Collection: The Poets Vasily Andreyevich Zhukovsky (1783-1852), Sergeyevich Ivan Turgenev (1818-83

The Poets Vasily Andreyevich Zhukovsky (1783-1852), Sergeyevich Ivan Turgenev (1818-83
BAL170642 The Poets Vasily Andreyevich Zhukovsky (1783-1852), Sergeyevich Ivan Turgenev (1818-83) and Aleksandr Ivanovich Turgenev (c.1784-1846), late 1820s (oil on canvas) by Friedrich

Background imageRussian Poet Collection: Pushkin and the Muse. Artist: Korovin, Konstantin Alexeyevich (1861-1939)

Pushkin and the Muse. Artist: Korovin, Konstantin Alexeyevich (1861-1939)
Pushkin and the Muse. Private Collection

Background imageRussian Poet Collection: Portrait of Alexander Pushkin and Nikolai Gogol, First quarter of 19th cen Artist: Anonymous

Portrait of Alexander Pushkin and Nikolai Gogol, First quarter of 19th cen Artist: Anonymous
Portrait of Alexander Pushkin and Nikolai Gogol, First quarter of 19th cen.. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

Background imageRussian Poet Collection: Portrait of the author Alexander S. Pushkin (1799-1837), 1827. Artist: Vivien, Joseph (1793-1852)

Portrait of the author Alexander S. Pushkin (1799-1837), 1827. Artist: Vivien, Joseph (1793-1852)
Portrait of the author Alexander S. Pushkin (1799-1837), 1827. Found in the collection of the Institut of Russian Literature IRLI (Pushkin-House), St Petersburg

Background imageRussian Poet Collection: Mikhail Yuryevich Lermontov (1814-41) (engraving) (b / w photo)

Mikhail Yuryevich Lermontov (1814-41) (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR194148 Mikhail Yuryevich Lermontov (1814-41) (engraving) (b/w photo) by Gorbunov, Kyrill Antonovitch (1815-93); Private Collection; Russian, out of copyright

Background imageRussian Poet Collection: Portrait of Nikolay Alekseyevich Nekrasov, 1877 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Nikolay Alekseyevich Nekrasov, 1877 (oil on canvas)
BAL168207 Portrait of Nikolay Alekseyevich Nekrasov, 1877 (oil on canvas) by Kramskoy, Ivan Nikolaevich (1837-87); 75x55 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright


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The rich tapestry of Russian poetry is beautifully captured in these captivating portraits. Mikhail Yuryevich Lermontov, a renowned poet from the 19th century, is immortalized in an exquisite engraving that showcases his enigmatic persona. His profound words continue to resonate with readers today. In contrast, the portrait of Mikhail Kuzmin transports us to the early 20th century. Painted with vibrant oils on canvas, it reveals Kuzmin's introspective gaze and hints at the inner turmoil that often fueled his poetic creations. Anna Akhmatova, another iconic figure in Russian literature, is depicted twice in this collection. The first portrait captures her essence through delicate watercolors on paper; her piercing eyes reflect both vulnerability and strength. The second portrayal portrays Akhmatova during a tumultuous period in her life - painted with bold brushstrokes and intense colors that mirror her resilience as she faced personal and political challenges. Alexander Pushkin, often hailed as Russia's greatest poet, is celebrated through various artistic interpretations. A striking oil painting from 1827 by Joseph Vivien depicts Pushkin's youthful charm and intellect while hinting at the depth of emotions hidden beneath his composed facade. Vladimir Mayakovsky emerges as a dynamic force within these portraits - his revolutionary spirit evident in every brushstroke that brings him to life. With piercing eyes and an air of defiance, he embodies the avant-garde movement that defined early 20th-century Russian poetry. Lastly, Vasily Andreyevich Zhukovsky and Sergeyevich Ivan Turgenev are portrayed together in "Pushkin and the Muse. " This artwork by Konstantin Alexeyevich Korovin pays homage to their influential friendship with Alexander Pushkin himself – a bond forged through shared literary passions. These portraits serve as windows into the souls of these remarkable poets who shaped Russian literature for generations to come.