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Vladimir Makovsky Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Vladimir Makovsky · 1846 – 1920

Vladimir Makovsky: I will not!

1892

A tense 1892 oil painting capturing a dramatic interaction between three figures by a shop window.

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Art Movement: Peredvizhniki

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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Verdict by Vladimir Makovsky

1882 · original 79 x 105 cm

A central family group faces an unseen judgment, framed by a guard standing in the doorway.

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Art Movement: Peredvizhniki

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 2 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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Goodbye, Papa

1894

A tender farewell captured in oil, showing a veiled young woman holding her father's hand.

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Art Movement: Peredvizhniki
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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Mother and daughter, Vladimir Makovsky

1886

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Art Movement: Realism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 4 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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From the rain – Vladimir Makovsky

1887

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Art Movement: Realism
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 5 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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Before explaining the (Date) by Vladimir Makovsky, 1900

1900 · original 83 x 118 cm

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Art Movement: Realism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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Study to ''January 9, 1905 on Vasilyevsky island'', 1907, Vladimir Makovsky

1907

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Art Movement: Realism
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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Two mothers. Native mother and stepmother. – Vladimir Makovsky

1906 · original 120 x 158 cm

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Art Movement: Realism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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Grandma's Instruction

1869 · Yekaterinburg Museum of Fine Arts, Yekaterinburg · original 27.7 x 23.7cm

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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Lover of of antiquity by Vladimir Makovsky

1869

Discover Vladimir Makovsky’s "Lover of Antiquity," a vibrant watercolor capturing Victorian London street life. Explore realism & impressionism in this detailed 1869 artwork.

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Art Movement: Contemporary Realism
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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Literary reading (1866) by Vladimir Makovsky

1866

Experience Vladimir Makovsky’s "Literary Reading" (1866). A captivating 19th-century realist painting of a formal gathering, rich in detail & emotion. Explore Russian art history!

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Art Movement: Contemporary Realism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 11 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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Buddies by Vladimir Makovsky, 1878

1878

Explore 'Buddies' by Vladimir Makovsky – a realistic 1878 oil painting depicting rural life & social interaction. Admire its impasto texture, dramatic lighting & insightful realism.

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Art Movement: Contemporary Realism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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Study of the Head of an Old Man (1883) by Vladimir Makovsky

1883 · Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland · original 32.6 x 21.4cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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Maid with children

1883 · Yekaterinburg Museum of Fine Arts, Yekaterinburg · original 54.3 x 38.8cm

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 14 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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Vladimir Makovsky: Ukrainian girl

1882 · original 25.5 x 21.0cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 15 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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The Peddler by Vladimir Makovsky, 1880

1880 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 25 x 15 cm

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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The secret (1884) by Vladimir Makovsky

1884 · original 40 x 31 cm

Explore Vladimir Makovsky’s ‘The Secret,’ a 1884 realist oil painting of two men in a clandestine meeting. Captivating details, dramatic lighting & melancholic mood – a unique art piece.

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Art Movement: Contemporary Realism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 17 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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Two pilgrims (1885) by Vladimir Makovsky

1885

Discover "Two Pilgrims" by Vladimir Makovsky – a captivating Impressionistic painting of rural Russian life. Explore this serene 1885 artwork's beauty & symbolism.

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Art Movement: Impressionism
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 18 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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Vladimir Makovsky: A letter

1883

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Art Movement: Realism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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The Prisoner, 1882, Vladimir Makovsky

1882

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Art Movement: Realism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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A portrait of E. I. Makovsky by Vladimir Makovsky, 1880

1880

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Art Movement: Realism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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Vladimir Makovsky: In the hall

1884

Explore Vladimir Makovsky’s ‘In the Hall,’ a stunning 1884 realist portrait showcasing wealth & social status through rich textures & dramatic lighting. A captivating glimpse into 19th-century Russia.

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Art Movement: Contemporary Realism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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Vladimir Makovsky, Date (1883)

1883

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Art Movement: Realism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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Portrait of I. E. Tsvetkov

1890

Art Movement: Realism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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A portrait of E. S. Sorokin by Vladimir Makovsky, 1891

1891

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Art Movement: Realism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky
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The artist

Vladimir Makovsky

1846 – 1920

Quick facts

Art period19th Century
Museums on APSNational Museum in Warsaw, Nikanor Onatsky Regional Art Museum in Sumy, Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University, Tretyakov Gallery, Metropolitan Museum of Art
Corpus themesrealism, russian realism influence, social commentary, peredvizhniki realism, russian landscape
Works on APS141
Color intensitybalanced, monochromatic
Copyright statusPublic domain
Lifespan74 years
Movementsrealism

Biography

A Legacy of Truth: The Life and Vision of Vladimir Yegorovich Makovsky

Vladimir Yegorovich Makovsky (1846-1920) stands as a pivotal figure in the history of Russian realist painting, serving as a profound voice for the Peredvizhniki movement. Born into a family where art was not merely a profession but a way of life, his early years in Moscow were steeped in creative tradition. As the son of Yegor Ivanovich Makovsky, a renowned collector and founder of the Moscow Art School, Vladimir was raised within an environment that prioritized artistic excellence and social responsibility. Alongside his brothers, Nikolai and Konstantin, he became part of a formidable artistic dynasty that would fundamentally reshape the landscape of Russian fine art by moving away from academic idealism toward a more honest, unvarnished depiction of reality.

His formal journey began at the prestigious Moscow School of Painting, Sculpture, and Architecture, where his technical mastery was forged. Upon graduating in 1869, Makovsky did not seek the hollow comforts of the imperial academies; instead, he joined the Association of Travelling Art Exhibitions. This decision was transformative, as it placed him at the heart of a movement dedicated to bringing art to the people and using the canvas as a mirror for society's struggles. His work became characterized by an uncanny ability to blend rustic humor with deep, often poignant, social observation. Through his eyes, the viewer is transported into the intimate corners of 19th-century Russia, witnessing both the quiet dignity of the peasantry and the subtle ironies of urban life.

The Art of Observation: Themes and Technique

Makovsky’s oeuvre is a masterclass in genre painting, where every brushstroke serves to illuminate the human condition. He possessed a unique talent for capturing fleeting moments—a shared glance, a momentary respite from labor, or the quiet tension of a social encounter. In works such as “The Grape Juice Seller” and “Fruit-Preserving,” he utilizes a delicate balance of light and texture to evoke the atmosphere of rural life, infusing his scenes with a gentle irony that prevents them from becoming mere sentimentality. His technique allowed him to navigate between the broad, expressive strokes required for atmospheric landscapes and the meticulous detail necessary for psychological portraiture.

Beyond the charm of his more lighthearted scenes, Makovsky was a courageous chronicler of social inequity. He used his art as a powerful conduit for commentary, confronting the viewer with the uncomfortable realities of his era. His paintings often explored themes of:

Social Injustice: Confronting the hardships faced by the lower classes and the widening gap between social strata.
Human Connection: Capturing the raw intimacy of emotion in works like “Declaration of Love.”
The Passage of Time: Documenting the changing seasonal rhythms of Russian life, as seen in the evocative “At the Boulevard.”
Psychological Depth: Using self-portraiture and character studies to explore the inner lives of his subjects.

Historical Significance and Enduring Influence

The historical weight of Vladimir Makovsky’s contribution cannot be overstated. As a leading member of the Wanderers, he helped dismantle the monopoly of academic art, paving the way for a more democratic and socially engaged form of expression. His ability to weave together the mundane and the monumental allowed him to create a visual language that resonated with both the intelligentsia and the common people. Even in his most personal works, such as his Self-portrait, there is a sense of the larger world pressing against the individual, a reflection of the turbulent historical shifts occurring in Russia during his lifetime.

Today, Makovsky’s legacy lives on through the enduring power of his imagery. He remains a master of the "truthful" gaze, reminding us that art is at its most potent when it refuses to look away from the complexities of life. His works continue to be studied and admired not just for their technical brilliance, but for their profound empathy and their ability to capture the very soul of a vanished era.

Questions & Answers

Where are Vladimir Makovsky's artworks organized by color?

The Spectral Index of Vladimir Makovsky is a page that organizes the artist's artworks by their colors.

Where can I see Vladimir Makovsky's artworks in chronological order?

The artist's Artwork Timeline page presents Vladimir Makovsky's works ordered by date, year by year.

How many artworks by Vladimir Makovsky are available to browse?

You can browse 141 artworks by Vladimir Makovsky on the All Artworks page.

By the OriginalUniqueArt.com Editorial Team Updated Aug. 31, 2026

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