Bogdanov Belsky Collection

Mental calculation at primary school, 1895. Artist: Bogdanov-Belsky, Nikolai Petrovich (1868-1945)
Mental calculation at primary school, 1895. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Counting in Their Heads, 1895. Oil on canvas. Nikolai Petrovich Bogdanov-Belsky (1868-1945) Russian painter. Boys in a village school in a mental arithmetic lesson

Crossing the River, (oil on canvas)
1195541 Crossing the River, (oil on canvas) by Bogdanov-Belsky, Nikolai Petrovich (1868-1945); 69.3x78.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Russian, out of copyright

Boys Fishing off a Pier, (oil on canvas)
1195907 Boys Fishing off a Pier, (oil on canvas) by Bogdanov-Belsky, Nikolai Petrovich (1868-1945); 71.1x80 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Russian, out of copyright

Farewell, 1893 (oil on canvas)
1195686 Farewell, 1893 (oil on canvas) by Bogdanov-Belsky, Nikolai Petrovich (1868-1945); 90.5x126.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Russian, out of copyright

Peasant Woman by a Brook, 1912 (oil on canvas)
1195909 Peasant Woman by a Brook, 1912 (oil on canvas) by Bogdanov-Belsky, Nikolai Petrovich (1868-1945); 100.3x67.3 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Russian, out of copyright

The Schoolroom, 1938 (oil on canvas)
1195610 The Schoolroom, 1938 (oil on canvas) by Bogdanov-Belsky, Nikolai Petrovich (1868-1945); 108x135 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Russian, out of copyright

Tea In The Apple Orchard. Creator: Bogdanov-Belsky, Nikolai Petrovich (1868-1945)
Tea In The Apple Orchard. Private Collection

On Easter day. Private Collection

Open window onto a garden, 1911. Private Collection

Symphony. Private Collection

Singing lesson at the village school. Found in the Collection of Art and pedagogical toy museum, Sergiyev Posad

Portrait of Countess Maria Pavlovna Abamelik-Lazareva (1876-1955), nee Demidova, Princess San Donato, 1900s. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The Socialization, 1918. Artist: Bogdanov-Belsky, Nikolai Petrovich (1868-1945)
The Socialization, 1918. Private Collection

Portrait of Countess Darya Mikhaylovna Gorchakova, nee Bibikova, 1903. Artist: Bogdanov-Belsky
Portrait of Countess Darya Mikhaylovna Gorchakova, nee Bibikova, 1903. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Young boys fishing for crayfish. Private Collection

Young Monk, 1889. Artist: Bogdanov-Belsky, Nikolai Petrovich (1868-1945)
Young Monk, 1889. From a private collection

By the Green Lamp. Artist: Bogdanov-Belsky, Nikolai Petrovich (1868-1945)
By the Green Lamp. From a private collection

Admissions Day. Artist: Bogdanov-Belsky, Nikolai Petrovich (1868-1945)
Admissions Day. From a private collection

Meltwater, 1933. Artist: Bogdanov-Belsky, Nikolai Petrovich (1868-1945)
Meltwater, 1933. From a private collection

The Teachers Guests. Artist: Bogdanov-Belsky, Nikolai Petrovich (1868-1945)
The Teachers Guests. From a private collection

At the School Door, 1897. Artist: Bogdanov-Belsky, Nikolai Petrovich (1868-1945)
At the School Door, 1897. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Mourning, 1909. Artist: Bogdanov-Belsky, Nikolai Petrovich (1868-1945)
Mourning, 1909. Found in the collection of the Regional Art Museum, Sumy

Snowstorm. Children. Artist: Bogdanov-Belsky, Nikolai Petrovich (1868-1945)
Snowstorm. Children. From a private collection

Children Reading. Oil on canvas. Nikolai Petrovich Bogdanov-Belsky (1868-1945) Russian painter. Peasant boy reading to two boys and a girl, all seated on bare boards. Russia Literacy Housing Cat Calf

Children with Lighted Candles, 1939. Oil on canvas. Nikolai Petrovich Bogdanov-Belsky 1868-1945 Russian painter. On wall at top left is an image of the Virgin and Child

A Sunday Reading in a Village School, 1895. Nikolai Petrovich Bogdanov-Belsky (1868-1945) Russian painter. Russia Peasant Men Women Children Soldier Reader Audience Clock Map Heating Stove Portrait

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Nikolai Petrovich Bogdanov-Belsky, a renowned Russian artist from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, captured the essence of everyday life through his remarkable paintings. In "Mental calculation at primary school, 1895, " he skillfully portrayed young children engrossed in their studies, showcasing their impressive mental arithmetic abilities. The vibrant colors and attention to detail in "Counting in Their Heads" bring this scene to life. In another masterpiece titled "Crossing the River, " Bogdanov-Belsky depicted a serene landscape where people navigate across a flowing river. The soft brushstrokes and delicate play of light create an atmosphere of tranquility that invites viewers to immerse themselves in this idyllic setting. The artist's talent for capturing candid moments is evident in "Boys Fishing off a Pier. " Here, he portrays youngsters engaged in one of childhood's timeless pastimes - fishing. The lively energy emanating from the canvas transports us back to carefree days spent by the water's edge. Bogdanov-Belsky also explored deeper emotions through his artistry. In "Farewell, 1893, " he evokes feelings of longing and separation as two figures bid each other farewell against a backdrop of rolling hills. This poignant piece resonates with anyone who has experienced the pain of parting ways. Moving forward chronologically, we encounter "Peasant Woman by a Brook" painted in 1912. This captivating artwork showcases both Bogdanov-Belsky's mastery over color and his ability to capture human emotion within rural settings. "The Schoolroom" takes us into an educational environment filled with eager students absorbed in their lessons under warm lighting. Painted much later than previous works (1938), it demonstrates how Bogdanov-Belsky continued to evolve as an artist throughout his career while maintaining his signature style.