Kustodiyev 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 Mikhajlovich Kustodiev, a renowned Russian artist, captured the essence of life and culture in his captivating paintings. In "The Harvest" (1914), he skillfully depicts the laborious yet rewarding process of gathering crops, showcasing the hard work and dedication of farmers. In "Shrove-Tide" (1916) and its later version from 1939, Kustodiev portrays the vibrant festivities that mark the end of winter in Russia. With vivid colors and intricate details, he brings to life the joyous atmosphere of this traditional celebration. Kustodiev's "Russian Venus" (1925-1926) showcases his ability to capture beauty through portraiture. This painting exudes elegance as it presents a graceful woman adorned with traditional Russian attire. One cannot overlook Kustodiev's historical pieces such as "Tsar Nicholas II of Russia" (1915). Through this portrait, he immortalizes one of Russia's last emperors with meticulous attention to detail. Another notable work is "Shrovetide" (1919), which encapsulates the spirit of merriment during this festive season. The lively scene depicted by Kustodiev invites viewers to immerse themselves in an atmosphere filled with laughter and revelry. Kustodiev also delves into political themes like in "February 27th, 1917" (1917), where he captures a pivotal moment during the Russian Revolution. His brushstrokes convey both tension and hope as history unfolds before our eyes. "The Reaper" (1918) portrays an essential aspect of rural life - harvesting grain under scorching sunrays. Through this piece, Kustodiev pays homage to those who tirelessly work on fields to sustain their communities. In works like "The Carpenter" (1918), Kustodiev celebrates skilled craftsmen whose expertise shapes society's infrastructure.