Alexander Maxovich Shilov
Russian painter specializing in portraits
Born
October 6th, 1943
81 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Russia
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Born in 1943, a Russian painter achieved prominence in the realm of realist portraiture. Education at the Surikov Institute in Moscow allowed for the development of a distinct style characterized by vibrancy and authenticity. The artist created portraits of numerous notable figures, becoming celebrated for the ability to capture their inner essence. In the late 20th century, exhibited works in galleries across Russia and internationally. A prominent figure in the Russian art scene, contributed to the restoration of traditional portrait painting in contemporary art.
Created portraits of prominent political figures
Exhibited extensively in Russian and international galleries
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