Boris Mikhajlovich 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 his time through his captivating artworks. In "The Harvest, " he masterfully portrays the laborious nature of agricultural work in 1914. The vibrant colors and meticulous attention to detail bring life to this rural scene. In "Shrove-Tide, " created in 1916 and later revised in 1939, Kustodiev delves into the joyous festivities surrounding this traditional Russian holiday. His use of bold brushstrokes and warm tones evokes a sense of merriment and celebration. One of Kustodiev's notable works is "Russian Venus" from 1925-1926. This painting showcases his ability to depict beauty with grace and elegance while incorporating elements of Russian culture. Kustodiev also ventured into portraiture, as seen in his depiction of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia in 1915. Through intricate details and skillful rendering, he captures the regal presence and authority held by the monarch during that era. During times of social change, such as Shrovetide in 1919 or February 27th, 1917, Kustodiev's art reflects the shifting dynamics within society. These paintings capture moments filled with both excitement and uncertainty as people navigate through turbulent times. "The Reaper" from 1918 depicts an essential aspect of rural life—the hard work required for survival. With bold strokes highlighting the figure against a vast landscape backdrop, Kustodiev emphasizes the significance placed on agriculture during that period. In "The Carpenter" from the same year, Kustodiev pays homage to skilled craftsmen who contribute their expertise to society's development. Through careful composition and attention to architectural details, he immortalizes these unsung heroes.