Boris Kustodi Collection

The Harvest, 1914. Artist: Boris Mikhajlovich Kustodiev
The Harvest, 1914. Found in the collection of the State B Kustodiev Art Gallery, Astrakhan

Shrove-Tide, 1916, (1939). Creator: Boris Mikhajlovich Kustodiev
Shrove-Tide, 1916, (1939). Winter scene with traditional sleigh-ride in the snow. Boris Kustodiyev (1878-1927) studied at the Imperial Academy of Arts in St Petersburg

Russian Venus, 1925-1926. Artist: Boris Mikhajlovich Kustodiev
Russian Venus, 1925-1926. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum, Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Shrovetide, 1919. Artist: Boris Mikhajlovich Kustodiev
Shrovetide, 1919. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum of the Belorussian Republik, Minsk

February 27th, 1917, 1917. Artist: Boris Mikhajlovich Kustodiev
February 27th, 1917, 1917. Scene depicting the Russian February Revolution, which overthrew the regime of Tsar Nicholas II. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

The Reaper, 1918. Artist: Boris Mikhajlovich Kustodiev
The Reaper, study for the decoration of the Ruzheinaya (Rifle) Square in Petrograd, 1918

The Carpenter, 1918. Artist: Boris Mikhajlovich Kustodiev
The Carpenter, study for the decoration of the Ruzheinaya (Rifle) Square in Petrograd, 1918

Festivities marking the opening of the second congress of the Comintern, 1921. Artist: Boris Mikhajlovich Kustodiev
Festivities marking the opening of the second congress of the Comintern, 1921

Night celebration on the Neva, 1923. Artist: Boris Mikhajlovich Kustodiev
Night celebration on the Neva, 1923

The Cobbler, 1918. Artist: Boris Mikhajlovich Kustodiev
The Cobbler, study for the decoration of the Ruzheinaya (Rifle) Square in Petrograd, 1918

The Tailor, 1918. Artist: Boris Mikhajlovich Kustodiev
The Tailor, study for the decoration of the Ruzheinaya (Rifle) Square in Petrograd, 1918

Stage design for the opera The Tsars Bride by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, 1920. Artist: Boris Mikhajlovich Kustodiev
Stage design for the opera The Tsars Bride by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, 1920. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum, Samara, Russia

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Boris Kustodiev, a renowned Russian artist, captured the essence of his time through his vibrant and captivating artworks. His masterpiece "The Harvest" from 1914 showcases the laborious yet fulfilling process of reaping crops, symbolizing the hard work and dedication of the Russian people. In "Shrove-Tide" created in 1916 (1939), Kustodiev depicts the joyous festivities that marked the end of winter and welcomed spring. The lively colors and animated figures bring to life this traditional celebration filled with music, dance, and merriment. Another notable piece by Kustodiev is "Russian Venus, " painted between 1925-1926. This artwork portrays a voluptuous woman adorned in luxurious garments, representing beauty and femininity in Russian culture. Kustodiev's talent extended beyond capturing celebrations; he also portrayed significant historical figures like Tsar Nicholas II of Russia in 1915. Through his brushstrokes, he immortalized the last emperor of Russia during a pivotal moment in history. During times of social change such as Shrovetide in 1919 or February 27th, 1917 revolution depicted by Kustodiev's paintings, he skillfully conveyed emotions and societal shifts through vivid imagery. "The Reaper" from 1918 illustrates the arduousness of agricultural work while "The Carpenter" captures another essential profession during that era. These artworks pay homage to ordinary individuals whose contributions shaped society. Kustodiev also delved into political themes like "Festivities marking the opening of the second congress of Comintern" from 1921 which showcased revolutionary fervor amidst grand celebrations. Furthermore, his painting titled "Night celebration on Neva" transports viewers to an enchanting nocturnal scene where lights reflect off glistening waters as people revel under moonlit skies - truly mesmerizing.