Boris Kustodiev

Russian painter and stage designer

Boris Kustodiev - Russian painter and stage designer
Born

March 7th, 1878
147 years ago

Died

May 28th, 1927
97 years ago — 49 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Russia

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A prominent Russian painter and stage designer, Kustodiev gained recognition for works that reflect Russian life, folklore, and culture. His artistic style combines realism with elements of Russian folk art, characterized by vibrant colors and rich textures. His major work, 'The Bolshevik', exemplifies this blend and captures the spirit of the early Soviet era. In addition to painting, he designed sets for various theatrical productions, significantly contributing to Russian theatre aesthetics during the early 20th century. Kustodiev faced health challenges throughout life, which influenced his perspective and subject matter in art.

Created the painting 'The Bolshevik'

Designed stages for prominent Russian theatre productions

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