Alexander Herzen Collection

Portrait of Aleksandr Ivanovich Herzen (1812-1870), 1860s. Creator: Carjat, Étienne (1828-1906)
Portrait of Aleksandr Ivanovich Herzen (1812-1870), 1860s. Private Collection

Alexander Herzen, Russian writer and philosopher (colour litho)
821553 Alexander Herzen, Russian writer and philosopher (colour litho) by Russian School (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexander Herzen (1812-1870), Russian writer and philosopher

Alexander Herzen, Russian writer and philosopher (colour litho)
821552 Alexander Herzen, Russian writer and philosopher (colour litho) by Russian School (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexander Herzen (1812-1870), Russian writer and philosopher

Alexander Herzen, Russian writer and philosopher (b / w photo)
7200790 Alexander Herzen, Russian writer and philosopher (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexander Herzen (1812-1870)

Alexander Herzen, Russian writer and philosopher (b / w photo)
821555 Alexander Herzen, Russian writer and philosopher (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexander Herzen (1812-1870)

Alexander Herzen, Russian writer and philosopher (b / w photo)
821550 Alexander Herzen, Russian writer and philosopher (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexander Herzen (1812-1870)

Alexander Herzen (1812-1870), Russian writer and thinker (b / w photo)
817545 Alexander Herzen (1812-1870), Russian writer and thinker (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexander Herzen (1812-1870)

Alexander Herzen, Russian writer and philosopher. (litho)
981252 Alexander Herzen, Russian writer and philosopher. (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexander Herzen (1812-1870)

Portrait of Aleksandr Ivanovich Herzen (1812-1870), 1845. Found in the Collection of State Museum of A.S. Pushkin, Moscow

The Kolokol (The Bell) newspaper, 1866. Found in the Collection of Universita tsbibliothek Basel

Herzen against Herzen. Double Portrait of Aleksandr Ivanovich Herzen (1812-1870), 1865. Found in the collection of Russian National Library, St. Petersburg

Alexander Herzen with his children after the death of his wife Natalie Artist: Anonymous
Alexander Herzen with his children after the death of his wife Natalie. Found in the collection of State Central Literary Museum, Moscow

Portrait of Natalia Alekseevna Tuchkova-Ogareva (1829-1913), 1842. Artist: Reichel, Karl (1788-1857)
Portrait of Natalia Alekseevna Tuchkova-Ogareva (1829-1913), 1842. Found in the collection of the State Central Literary Museum, Moscow

Portrait of the author Alexander Herzen (1812-1870), ca 1836. Artist: Vitberg, Alexander Lavrentievich (1787-1855)
Portrait of the author Alexander Herzen (1812-1870), ca 1836. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Alexander Herzen, Russian writer and thinker, 1861. Artist: Sergei Levitsky
Alexander Herzen, Russian writer and thinker, 1861. Herzen (1812-1870) is regarded as the father of Russian socialism. His philosophy

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Alexander Herzen was a prominent Russian writer and philosopher, known for his profound ideas and influential works. Born in 1812, he left an indelible mark on the intellectual landscape of his time. In this black-and-white photo, we see a serious-looking Herzen, with wisdom etched onto his face. Throughout his life, Herzen challenged conventional thinking and advocated for social change. His newspaper "The Bell" became a platform for him to express his revolutionary ideas and critique the oppressive regime of Tsarist Russia. Published in 1866, it served as a beacon of hope for those seeking freedom from autocracy. In this double portrait by Sergei Lvovich Levitsky, titled "Herzen against Herzen, " we witness the internal struggle that defined much of Herzen's life. He grappled with conflicting ideologies and faced opposition even within himself. This complexity is captured beautifully by Levitsky's brushstrokes. After the untimely death of his wife Natalie, Alexander found solace in the company of their children. An anonymous artist captures this poignant moment as he stands surrounded by them – a testament to both love and loss. Natalia Alekseevna Tuchkova-Ogareva was another significant figure in Herzen's life; her portrait painted by Karl Reichel showcases her elegance and gracefulness. Their relationship played an important role in shaping Herzen's worldview. A young Alexander Lavrentievich Vitberg immortalized him through portraiture early on in his career – capturing not only physical features but also hinting at the depth of intellect behind those piercing eyes. In Sergei Levitsky's painting from 1861, we see an older yet resolute version – someone who has weathered storms but remains steadfast in pursuing justice and equality. Alexander Herzen continues to inspire generations with his writings that challenge societal norms while advocating for the rights and freedoms of individuals.