Russian artists

Immerse yourself in the world of Russian art and explore the breathtaking works created by talented Russian artists. From iconic paintings to innovative sculptures, discover the rich artistic heritage of Russia and be inspired by their creativity.
Konstantin Somov - Portrait of A Man (1933) Art, Male Art, Male Sketch

The Boxer (1933) Russian painter Konstantin Somov isn’t very well known for the dreamy, homoerotic portraits you see here. He was a successful commercial artist from an artistic family, but his most acclaimed work might better be described as “retro,” or even “camp.” Somov was essentially a Rococo revivalist, forgoing the somewhat harsh realism that was popular in Russia at the time for a whimsical gouache and watercolor style that was nearly 200 years old—think big wigs and giant skirts, a…

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