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ANTON RUBINSTEIN, 1881 (oil on canvas)
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ANTON RUBINSTEIN, 1881 (oil on canvas)
7215357 ANTON RUBINSTEIN, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Repin, Ilya Efimovich (1844-1930); Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; (add.info.: 1881//Oil on canvas
Anton Rubinstein (1829-1894), pianist, conductor, composer, was one of the initiators of the Russian Musical Circle (1859), and the founder and first director of the St. Petersburg Conservatory (1862). The portrait, commissioned by Pavel Tretyakov, was made from October to December 1881. " An interesting head, it looks like a lion, " Repin marveled, complaining that the bubbling musician could not hold the pose.); Photo © Sylvain Collet
Media ID 24691722
© Sylvain Collet / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases the remarkable portrait of Anton Rubinstein, painted by Ilya Efimovich Repin in 1881. The oil on canvas masterpiece is housed in the prestigious Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, Russia. Anton Rubinstein, a renowned pianist, conductor, and composer, played a pivotal role in Russian music history. He was instrumental in establishing the Russian Musical Circle and served as the first director of the St. Petersburg Conservatory. Commissioned by Pavel Tretyakov himself, this portrait beautifully captures Rubinstein's essence during his prime years. Repin marveled at Rubinstein's interesting head shape that resembled that of a lion but lamented about his subject's inability to hold a pose due to his bubbling energy. Despite this challenge, Repin skillfully immortalized Rubinstein's vibrant personality through brushstrokes. The photograph itself is expertly taken by Sylvain Collet and belongs to Bridgeman Images' collection from Fine Art Finder. It provides viewers with an up-close look at the intricate details and rich colors of Repin's artwork. This image serves as a testament to both Anton Rubinstein's immense talent and Ilya Efimovich Repin's artistic prowess. It transports us back to the late nineteenth century when great musicians like Rubinstein shaped the musical landscape of Russia and beyond.
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