Alexander Blok Collection

Alexander Blok, Russian poet, with his wife Lyuba, c1900s. Artist: Dmitri Spiridonovich Zdobnov
Alexander Blok, Russian poet, with his wife Lyuba, c1900s. Blok (1880-1921) was a leading member of the Symbolist movement in Russian literature

To the grief of all the bourgeois we ll fan a worldwide conflagration!, 1918. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Portrait of the Poet Alexander Blok (1880-1921), 1907. Artist: Zdobnov, Dmitri Spiridonovich
Portrait of the Poet Alexander Blok (1880-1921), 1907. Found in the collection of State Central Literary Museum, Moscow

Alexander Blok Fishing. Shakhmatovo, 1894. Found in the Collection of State Central Literary Museum, Moscow

Alexander Ivanovich Blok (1786-1848). Found in the Collection of Russian State Archive of Literature and Art, Moscow

Illustration for the Italian Poems by Alexander Blok, 1907. Artist: Roerich, Nicholas (1874-1947)
Illustration for the Italian Poems by Alexander Blok, 1907. Found in the collection of the Institut of Russian Literature IRLI (Pushkin-House), St Petersburg

Alexander Blok, Russian poet, c1917-1921. Pictured with members of the Extraordinary Ruling Commission. Blok (second from right) (1880-1921)

Alexander Blok, Russian poet, c1900s. Blok (1880-1921) was a leading member of the Symbolist movement in Russian literature

Alexandra Beketova-Blok, Russian author and translator, with her pet dog, early 19th century. Alexandra Beketova-Blok (1860-1923) was the mother of the Symbolist poet Alexander Blok

Four Russian poets, early 20th century. Artist: Dmitri Spiridonovich Zdobnov
Four Russian poets, early 20th century. Group portrait of the Symbolist poets (left to right) Georgy Chulkov (1879-1939), Konstantin Erberg (1871-1942)

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Alexander Blok was a renowned Russian poet who lived from 1880 to 1921. He is often depicted alongside his wife Lyuba, showcasing their love and companionship in the early 1900s. Artists like Dmitri Spiridonovich Zdobnov and Tatyana Nikolaevna Gippius beautifully captured his essence through their portraits of him. Blok's poetry was known for its revolutionary spirit, as seen in his famous quote: "To the grief of all the bourgeois we'll fan a worldwide conflagration. " This statement reflects his desire to challenge societal norms and ignite change during the tumultuous times of 1918. However, it wasn't just political fervor that defined Blok; he also had a deep connection with nature. In one image, he can be seen fishing in Shakhmatovo in 1894, indulging in moments of tranquility amidst his creative pursuits. Throughout history, many artists have been inspired by Blok's work. Nicholas Roerich created stunning illustrations for Blok's Italian Poems in 1907, showcasing the profound impact that Blok had on other artistic mediums. Tragically, Alexander Blok passed away at a young age in 1921. His funeral procession drew immense crowds as people mourned the loss of this influential poet. Even after his death, he continues to be remembered and celebrated as one of Russia's greatest literary figures. In various photographs taken during different periods of his life - whether it be around c1917-1921 or c1900s - we see glimpses into the world that shaped him and influenced his poetic voice, and is worth noting that Alexandra Beketova-Blok played an important role not only as an author but also as a translator. She shared her life with Alexander Blok along with her beloved pet dog during the early years of the nineteenth century.