Pyotr Konchalovsky

Russian painter known for landscapes

Pyotr Konchalovsky - Russian painter known for landscapes
Born

1876
149 years ago

Died

February 2nd, 1956
69 years ago — 80 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Russia

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A prominent Russian painter contributed significantly to the development of the Russian avant-garde movement. His artistic career spanned several decades, during which he embraced various styles and techniques. He studied at the Moscow School of Painting, Sculpture and Architecture and later became associated with the World of Art movement. He created numerous landscape paintings, many depicting the Russian countryside. In the 1920s, he adopted elements of abstraction and incorporated them into his works. The artist also participated in various exhibitions, both domestically and internationally, showcasing his artwork across Europe. He continued to work until his death in 1956.

Prominent figure in Russian avant-garde art

Created numerous notable landscape paintings

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