Vladimir Stasov
Russian art critic and cultural figure
Born
January 14th, 1824
201 years ago
Died
1906
119 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Russia
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A prominent art critic and cultural figure in 19th century Russia, contributions spanned various areas including literature, music, and visual arts. Played a crucial role in promoting the work of contemporary Russian artists such as the Wanderers group. Authored critiques that influenced the perception of Russian art, emphasizing the importance of national identity within artistic expression. Served as a key figure in the development of Russian aesthetic theory and advocated for the integration of social and political themes in art.
Writings on Russian art and culture
Support of the Wanderers group
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