The most famous painting in Tretyakovljeva galerija is Vasilij Kandinski's Kompozicija VII (1913). The next four in this ranking are Kazimir Maljevič's ČERNI KVADRAT (1915), Ilja Jefimovič Rjepin's Ivan Strašni i njegov sin Ivan 16. studenog 1885. (1885) and Ivan Šiškin's Jutro u borovoj šumi (1886).
The list below ranks the 25 best-known paintings of Tretyakovljeva galerija, dated 1382 to 1915, by 19 painters.
The originals
The 10 famous paintings of Tretyakovljeva galerija our artists study first
The painter, the date, the medium and the dimensions of each original, with a note from its page.
- Kompozicija VII by Vasilij Kandinski, 1913
- ČERNI KVADRAT by Kazimir Maljevič, 1915
- Ivan Strašni i njegov sin Ivan 16. studenog 1885. by Ilja Jefimovič Rjepin, 1885
- Jutro u borovoj šumi by Ivan Šiškin, 1886
- Krist u pustinji by Ivan Kramskoj, 1872
- Portret žene by Ivan Kramskoj, 1883
- Neočekivani povratak by Ilja Jefimovič Rjepin, 1884
- Djevojka s breskvama by Valentin Aleksandrovič Serov, 1887
- Apoteoza rata by Vasily Vereshchagin, 1871
- Bogatiri by Viktor Mihajlovič Vasnjecov, 1881
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Vasilij Kandinski (1866–1944)
1. Kompozicija VII by Vasilij Kandinski, 1913
Tretyakovljeva galerija, Moskva1913Oil on canvas200 × 300 cm
Ova monumentalna slika nije samo složena kombinacija boja i oblika; ona je duboko promišljena istraživanja duhovne resonanse i emocionalne snage, što potvrđuje Kandinskog vjerovanje da umjetnost može – i treba – izražavati “unutarnju potrebu”. Ova slika odražava sve veću odbijanje tradicionalnih motiva u umjetnosti početka 20. stoljeća, pod utjecajem filozofije Théosophy, glazbe (posebno Wagnera) i želje za povezivanje umjetnosti s duhovnim svijetom. Kako bi se oslikala njegova filozofija i vjera u umjetnost kao izraz “unutarnje potrebe”, Kandinsky je nastavio svoj razvoj od figurativne umjetnosti prema čistoj abstrakti nakon što je napustio ekspresionističke elemente svog prethodno rada tijekom Prvog svjetskog rata.
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Kazimir Maljevič (1879–1935)
2. ČERNI KVADRAT by Kazimir Maljevič, 1915
Tretyakovljeva galerija, Moskva1915Oil on canvas106 × 106 cm
Črna kvadratura Kazimarja Maleviča iz leta 1915 je ena najbolj ikoničnih in razpravljajočih umetniških del stoletja. Več kot samo slika, predstavlja radikalno zlomi z reprezentativno umetnostjo in pogumno izražanja umetniško neodvisnost. Ta navidezno preprosta kompozicija še vedno očarati in ustvarjalcem postavljati vprašanja več kot stoletje po njeni ustvaritvi. Črna kvadratura ni le umetniška stvaritev; je simbol spremembe, ki je spremenila smer sodobne umetnosti.
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Ilja Jefimovič Rjepin (1844–1930)
3. Ivan Strašni i njegov sin Ivan 16. studenog 1885. by Ilja Jefimovič Rjepin, 1885
Tretyakovljeva galerija, Moskva1885Oil on canvas199.5 × 254 cm
Rad ulje na platnu pod naslovom "Ivan Strašni i njegov sin Ivan 16. studenog 1885." stvorio je ruski realist Ilya Repin. Nakon što je djelo ulje na platnu bilo dovršeno, Ilya Repin prodalo ga je Pavlu Tretyakovu 1885. godine. Kolekcija galerije obogaćena je i raznim drugim djelima iz 19. stoljeća, kao što su: Jutro u borovoj šumi, 1886. Dana 1. travnika 1885. godine, ovo je djelo postalo prva slika koja je podvrgnuta cenzuri u Ruskom carstvu.
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Ivan Šiškin (1831–1898)
4. Jutro u borovoj šumi by Ivan Šiškin, 1886
Tretyakovljeva galerija, Moskva1886Ulje na platnu139 × 213 cm
Ova uljana slika na platnu, nastala 1886. godine, ne samo da demonstrira njegovu iznimnu sposobnost da zabilježi prirodu s nevjerojatnom preciznošću i detaljima, već nas poziva u kontemplativni svijet šume, prožet mirnoćom i dubokim osjećajem. Šiškin, istaknuti predstavnik pokreta Peredvizhniki (Putujuće izložbe), bio je poznat po svojim realističkim prikazima krajolika, a ova slika je vrhunac njegove predanosti portretiranju prirode s neizmjernom osjetljivošću i pažnjom. Monokromatska paleta, gotovo isključivo oslikana nijansama sive, crne i bijele, pojačava atmosferu misterioznosti i vječnosti, čineći je izuzetnim primjerkom 19. stoljeća ruskog slikarstva. Šiškinova tehnika u "Jutru u Borovoj Šumi" je zapanjujuća.
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Ivan Kramskoj (1837–1887)
5. Krist u pustinji by Ivan Kramskoj, 1872
Tretyakovljeva galerija, Moskva1872Oil on canvas180 × 210 cm
One of his most famous works is 'Christ in the Desert,' which depicts Jesus Christ during His 40-day fast in the wilderness. Ivan Nikolaevich Kramskoy (1837-1887) was a Russian painter and art critic who played a significant role in the development of realism in Russia. The painting was completed in 1872 and is currently housed in the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow. 'Christ in the Desert' is an interpretation of the biblical story of Jesus Christ's 40-day fast in the wilderness.
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Ivan Kramskoj (1837–1887)
6. Portret žene by Ivan Kramskoj, 1883
Tretyakovljeva galerija, Moskva1883Oil on canvas75.5 × 99 cm
Portret žene autora Ivana Kramskoja predstavlja tihi, introspektivni susret s mladom ženom. Ovo djelo, datirano oko 1885. godine, bilježi jedinstven trenutak nepomičnosti. Godine 1871. platno kroz djelo Nimfe vodene nimfe bilježi serene figure i prirodu, gdje se bogati tonovi susreću s nježnijim dodirom. Ta težina intelektualnog tereta pronalazi drugačiji, dramatičniji izraz u djelu Krist u pustinji, naslikanom 1872. godine. Tretyakov Galerija posjeduje neizmjjernu kolekciju koja sadrži preko 130.000 izložbenih objekata.
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Ilja Jefimovič Rjepin (1844–1930)
7. Neočekivani povratak by Ilja Jefimovič Rjepin, 1884
Tretyakovljeva galerija, Moskva1884Oil on canvas160 × 167 cm
U prostranoj tapiseriji ruskog realizma, malo djelo tako poignantno ne hvata duboku napetost između privatne intimnosti i javnih previranja kao Ilijin Jefimovič Repin u svom djelu Neočekivani povratak. Naslikano 1884. godine, ovo remek-djelo mnogo je više od obične kućanske scene; to je psihološka studija trenutka zamrznutog u vremenu, gdje granice obiteljskog utočišta iznenada prodiru pod težinom povijesti. Scena prikazuje dolazak revolucionarnog izgnaoinca, čovjeka čije prisustvo donosi olujne vjetrove pokreta Narodnika u tišinu ruskog doma.
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Valentin Aleksandrovič Serov (1865–1911)
8. Djevojka s breskvama by Valentin Aleksandrovič Serov, 1887
Tretyakovljeva galerija, Moskva1887Oil on canvas91 × 85 cm
U mirnoj svjetlosti 1887. godine, Valentin Serov bilježi prolazni trenutak djetinjstva u svojoj slici, Djevojka s breskvama. Scena je usredotočena na jedanaestogodišnju Veru Mamontovu, mladu djevojčicu čije prisustvo ispunjava prostor osjećajem smirenosti. Sjedi za stolom, a njezin pogled je postojan i promišljen dok popodnevno sunce prosvjetljava prostoriju. Ovaj portret više je od puke sličice; on je prozor u jedno specifično, privatno popodne provedeno unutar zidova imanja Abramtsevo. Kroz tu poveznicu, umjetnik Valentin Serov pronalazi se uronjen u živopisnu atmosferu obitelji Mamontov.
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Vasily Vereshchagin (1842–1904)
9. Apoteoza rata by Vasily Vereshchagin, 1871
Tretyakovljeva galerija, Moskva1871Oil on canvas127 × 197 cm
Apoteoza rata je ulje na platnu djelo koje je Vasily Vereshchagin izveo 1871. godine. Ovo umjetničko djelo dio je umjetnikovog Turkestanskog serijala, skupa radova oblikovanih njegovim izravnim iskustvima tijekom vojnih kampanja u Srednjoj Aziji. Stvoređeno 1871. godine, ovo djelo proizašlo je iz umjetnikovih izravnih iskustava u Imperialnoj ruskoj vojsci tijekom kampanja u Srednjoj Aziji. Trenutno je izloženo u Moskvi, u Ruskoj Federaciji, a posjetitelji ga mogu pronaći u 27. dvorani muzeja.
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Viktor Mihajlovič Vasnjecov (1848–1926)
10. Bogatiri by Viktor Mihajlovič Vasnjecov, 1881
Tretyakovljeva galerija, Moskva1881Oil on canvas295 × 446 cm
Monumentalno platno pod naslovom Bogatiri (Heroji) izronilo je iz kista Viktora Vasnetsova, kao djelo koje je oblikovavalo se kroz dugi period stvaranja, od 1881. do 1898. godine. Unutar ove prostrane scene, trojica plemenitih ratnika Kijevske Rusije koračaju kroz krajolik, a njihova prisutnost dominira prostorom koji okružuju. U srcu ovog okupljanja nalaze se tri legendarna lika iz slavenskih bilina. Vitez na raskršću Aljonuška Ivan Carer na sivom vuku Bogatiri u šumi.
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More originals
No. 11 to No. 25: more famous paintings in Tretyakovljeva galerija
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11. Objava Krista pred narodom
Aleksandr Ivanov · 1847
Oil on canvas · 540 × 750 cm
Ivanov rođen je u Sankt Petersburgu, u Rusiji, 1806. godine, te je ostao predan svom zanatu sve do smrti, 1858. godine, u 52. godini života. Umjetnik je radio na ovoj specifičnoj kompoziciji tijekom dva desetljeća, započevši proces 1837. godine i nastavljajući ga sve do 1857. godine.
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12. Bathing of a Red Horse
Kuzma Petrović Vodkin · 1912
Oil on canvas · 160 × 186 cm
Through this unconventional spatial arrangement, Petrov-Vodkin achieves a sense of monumental stability even amidst the swirling energy of the scene. The tension present in the painting—the weight of the horse against the lightness of the rider—mirrors the turbulent social and political shifts occurring in Russia at the dawn of the new century.
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13. Boyarynja Morozova
Vasili Ivanovič Surikov · 1887
Oil on canvas · 304 × 587 cm
U središtu ovog zamrznutog pokreta, Feodosija Morozova vodi se u ostrog. Sjedi u sanjajkama, svojevrsnom posudu od drveta i sjene usred zimskog poglavlja. Surikov oslonio se na okrutnost svog djetinjstva u Sibiru kako bi dočarao ovu povijesnu dramu. Djelo je ulje na platnu ogromnih dimenzija, visine 304 cm i širine 587,5 cm.
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14. Vrane su stigle
Aleksej Savrasov · 1871
Oil on canvas · 62 × 48 cm
Rješenje je djelo ruskog umjetnika kojeg je Aleksej Savrasov stvorio u svojoj umjetničkoj zrelosti. Muzej, osnovan 1856. godine, čuva ovo platno kao dio svoje stalne kolekcije. U djelu Rano proljeće, naslikanom oko 1870. godine, atmosfera nosi sličan osjećaj sezonskog prelamanja.
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15. Jutro streleckovog pogubljenja
Vasili Ivanovič Surikov · 1881
Oil on canvas · 218 × 379 cm
Dokumentirajući ovaj specifični povijesni događaj, Vasily Surikov pruža vizualni zapis ljudske žrtve povezane s prijelazom vlasti i suzbijanjem unutarnjeg otpora. Kao istaknuti član pokreta Peredvizhnici i Saveza ruskih umjetnika, Surikov koristio je stil utemeljen u realističkoj tradiciji. Njegove kompozicije uključuju Jermakovo osvajanje Sibira i Suvorov prelazak Alpi.
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16. Krestny Khod
Ilja Jefimovič Rjepin · 1883
Oil on canvas · 175 × 280 cm
Slika prikazuje veliku skupinu ljudi koja prati ikonu naše Gospe Kurskof, koju nosi čovjek za kojeg se čini da je pijan. Danas se "Krestny Khod (Religiozna procesija) u Kurskkoj guberniji" smatra jednim od najznačajnijih Repinova djela, pružajući nam uvid u društvene i religiozne dinamike 19. stoljeća Rusije.
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17. Princeza labudica
Mihail Vrubel · 1900
Oil on canvas
Princeza labudica (Царевна-Лебедь) značajno je djelo ruskog umjetnika Mihaila Vrubela. Tema djela korijeni traži u folkloru Aleksandra Puškina, izravno izvedena iz bajke "Priča o caru Saltanu". Danas se ovo veličanstveno djelo nalazi u sklopu Galerije Tretyakov u Moskvi, u Rusiji.
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18. Zlatna jesen
Isaak Levitan · 1895
Oil on canvas · 82 × 126 cm
Ova slika nije samo prikaz obale rijeke; to je poziv u svijet duboke spokoja i kontemplativne ljepote. Dok oko luta širokim vidikom, čovjek je odmah zapovitjen ritmičnim plesom zlatnog i ćebrenog lišća, gdje breze stoje kao tihi stražari uz samu obalu vode.
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19. At the Dressing-Table
Zinaida Serebriakova · 1909
Oil on canvas · 75 × 65 cm
This painting depicts the artist herself in a moment of private grooming, captured while she was living near Neskuchnoye in the Kursk Governorate, which is located in present-day Ukraine. It was subsequently featured in the 7th exhibition of the Union of Russian Artists, which took place in 1910.
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20. The Rider
Karl Pavlovič Brjulov · 1832
Oil on canvas · 292 × 206 cm
Bryullov, born in Saint Petersburg in 1799, was deeply influenced by the Italian Renaissance masters – Raphael, Michelangelo, and Caravaggio. The painting's exhibition at the Brera Academy of Fine Arts in 1832 generated considerable buzz, with critics praising Bryullov’s ability to capture both the beauty and the drama of the subject matter.
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21. A Rye Field
Ivan Šiškin · 1877
Oil on canvas · 107 × 187 cm
Shishkin, often celebrated as the "Soul of the Russian Forest," possessed an unparalleled ability to translate the botanical complexity of his homeland onto canvas.
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22. Our Lady of the Don
Teofan Grk · 1382
Tempera on panel · 86 × 68 cm
One tradition claims the icon was a gift from the Don Cossacks to Dmitry Donskoy on the eve of the Battle of Kulikovo in 1380. It is believed that Theophanes the Greek and his pupils may have crafted the work between c. 1382 and c. 1395.
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23. Above the Eternal Peace
Isaak Levitan · 1894
Oil on canvas
Levitan’s exploration of the "mood landscape" is evident in his earlier compositions, such as Silent cloister (1890). In Spring Flood (1897), he focused on the movement and presence of the landscape, a theme that evolved toward more expressive forms in his final years.
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24. A Yard in Moscow
Vasili Polenov · 1878
Oil on canvas · 65 × 80 cm
The painting titled A Yard in Moscow was executed by the artist Vasily Polenov. This work dates to 1878. Vasily Polenov was born in Saint Petersburg, Russia. His life and artistic output spanned several decades until his death in 1927 in grange Borok, Tulskaya Province.
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25. Peter the Great Interrogating the Tsarevich Alexei Petrovich at Peterhof
Nikolaj Ge · 1871
Oil painting
The composition centers on two figures positioned on opposite sides of a large, ornate table. The lighting creates a distinct contrast between the figures: the Tsarevich is illuminated by a pale, "lunar" light, while the face of Peter the Great is rendered with vigorous, contrasting shadows.
The collection in figures
The originals of Tretyakovljeva galerija in our catalogue
715 originals of Tretyakovljeva galerija — paintings and works on paper — century by century
The originals in figures
- 25 originals, ranked by fame, 19 painters of the originals, Teofan Grk to Kazimir Maljevič.
- Painters with the most originals here: Ilja Jefimovič Rjepin (3), Ivan Šiškin (2), Ivan Kramskoj (2).
- Teofan Grk's Our Lady of the Don (1382) – Kazimir Maljevič's ČERNI KVADRAT (1915).
- Aleksandr Ivanov's Objava Krista pred narodom (1847), 540 × 750 cm – Aleksej Savrasov's Vrane su stigle (1871), 62 × 48 cm.
- 724 originals of Tretyakovljeva galerija in our catalogue: 715 paintings and works on paper by 130 artists, 1288–1964.
The countries the painters of Tretyakovljeva galerija came from
The painters with the most originals at Tretyakovljeva galerija
Two museums
Tretyakovljeva galerija and Pushkin State Museum: two collections of originals
Tretyakovljeva galerija
- Originals in our catalogue
- 724
- Painted between
- 1288 – 1964, most from the 19th century
- Most famous originals
- Kompozicija VII, ČERNI KVADRAT, Ivan Strašni i njegov sin Ivan 16. studenog 1885.
- Most originals by
- Ilja Jefimovič Rjepin, Ivan Šiškin, Konstantin Aleksejevič Korovin
Pushkin State Museum
- Originals in our catalogue
- 347
- Painted between
- 1440 – 1931, most from the 19th century
- Most famous originals
- Goldfish, Portret Ambroiza Vollarda, Prizor kroz prozorić
- Most originals by
- Paul Gauguin, Paul Cézanne, Claude Monet
Questions to the studio
Questions about the originals of Tretyakovljeva galerija
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What is the best-known painting of Tretyakovljeva galerija?
Vasilij Kandinski's Kompozicija VII (1913) is the most famous painting in Tretyakovljeva galerija and No. 1 of this ranking, ahead of Kazimir Maljevič's ČERNI KVADRAT (1915), Ilja Jefimovič Rjepin's Ivan Strašni i njegov sin Ivan 16. studenog 1885. (1885) and Ivan Šiškin's Jutro u borovoj šumi (1886).
Which five paintings of Tretyakovljeva galerija are the most famous?
The five best-known paintings of Tretyakovljeva galerija are Kompozicija VII by Vasilij Kandinski, ČERNI KVADRAT by Kazimir Maljevič, Ivan Strašni i njegov sin Ivan 16. studenog 1885. by Ilja Jefimovič Rjepin, Jutro u borovoj šumi by Ivan Šiškin and Krist u pustinji by Ivan Kramskoj.
How many Ilja Jefimovič Rjepin paintings are in Tretyakovljeva galerija?
3 of the 25 paintings of this ranking are by Ilja Jefimovič Rjepin: Ivan Strašni i njegov sin Ivan 16. studenog 1885. (No. 3), Neočekivani povratak (No. 7) and Krestny Khod (No. 16). Our catalogue lists 58 records of Rjepin's works at Tretyakovljeva galerija.
Are there any Ivan Šiškin paintings in Tretyakovljeva galerija?
2 of the 25 paintings of this ranking are by Ivan Šiškin: Jutro u borovoj šumi (No. 4) and A Rye Field (No. 21). Our catalogue lists 51 records of Šiškin's works at Tretyakovljeva galerija.
How many Ivan Kramskoj paintings are in Tretyakovljeva galerija?
2 of the 25 paintings of this ranking are by Ivan Kramskoj: Krist u pustinji (No. 5) and Portret žene (No. 6). Our catalogue lists 38 records of Kramskoj's works at Tretyakovljeva galerija.
What are the 10 most famous paintings in Tretyakovljeva galerija?
In order: Kompozicija VII (Vasilij Kandinski), ČERNI KVADRAT (Kazimir Maljevič), Ivan Strašni i njegov sin Ivan 16. studenog 1885. (Ilja Jefimovič Rjepin), Jutro u borovoj šumi (Ivan Šiškin), Krist u pustinji (Ivan Kramskoj), Portret žene (Ivan Kramskoj), Neočekivani povratak (Ilja Jefimovič Rjepin), Djevojka s breskvama (Valentin Aleksandrovič Serov), Apoteoza rata (Vasily Vereshchagin) and Bogatiri (Viktor Mihajlovič Vasnjecov).
Where can I see the paintings of Tretyakovljeva galerija?
In Moskva, Ruska Federacija. Tretyakovljeva galerija holds 724 works of our catalogue by 130 artists (1288–1964), among them the 25 paintings ranked here.
What is the difference between Tretyakovljeva galerija and Pushkin State Museum?
They cover different centuries. The 715 paintings of Tretyakovljeva galerija in our catalogue are dated 1288 to 1964, most of them from the 19th century; the 347 of Pushkin State Museum are dated 1440 to 1931. The best-known paintings of Pushkin State Museum are Goldfish, Portret Ambroiza Vollarda and Prizor kroz prozorić.
What are the three must-see works of Tretyakovljeva galerija?
The highlights of Tretyakovljeva galerija are the Bogorodica Vladimirna, the Kompozicija VII and the Crni kvadrat, followed by the Ruski ikoni. Of the three, the Kompozicija VII is a painting of this ranking (No. 1).
Which is the earliest painting of this ranking?
The earliest is Teofan Grk's Our Lady of the Don (1382) (1382); the latest, Kazimir Maljevič's ČERNI KVADRAT (1915) (1915).
What is the largest painting in Tretyakovljeva galerija on this list?
The biggest is Aleksandr Ivanov's Objava Krista pred narodom (1847) at 540 × 750 cm; the smallest, Aleksej Savrasov's Vrane su stigle (1871) at 62 × 48 cm.
How much is a reproduction of a painting from Tretyakovljeva galerija?
24 of these 25 paintings are available hand-painted in oil, from $200, and 24 as a canvas print, from $58.
The house of the originals
Tretyakovljeva galerija in Moskva: history and collections of the originals
Tretyakovljeva galerija (Tretyakov Gallery, GTG, State Tretyakov Gallery) — umjetnička galerija — in Moskva, Ruska Federacija. Its collection counts preko 130.000 izložaka. Its highlights: Bogorodica Vladimirna, Kompozicija VII, Crni kvadrat, Ruski ikoni. Our catalogue lists 715 of its paintings and works on paper, by 130 artists, dated 1288 to 1964.
Origins and History of the Tretyakov Gallery
The history of the Tretyakov Gallery began in 1856. It originated from the private efforts of Pavel Mikhailovich Tretyakov, a Muscovite merchant who sought to assemble a national art collection. His focus remained on acquiring works by Russian artists, building a repository that reflected the development of the nation's visual language. This collection grew through his personal dedication to the preservation of local artistic expression. The institution underwent a significant transition in 1918 when the collection was declared owned by the Russian Federated Soviet Republic. This shift marked a change in the stewardship of the works, moving from a private assembly to a state-held entity. The collection has continued to expand through various historical periods, maintaining its focus on the evolution of Russian art from the 11th century through the early 20th century. The presence of these works within the gallery provides a direct connection to the past.
The Architecture of the Main Building
Located on Lavrushinsky Lane, the main building occupies a space to the south of the Moscow Kremlin. Its scale remains intimate, a quality preserved from its origins as a private residence for the Mamontov family. This domestic foundation lends the institution a sense of quietude, as if the walls themselves hold the memory of a home. The façade, designed by Viktor Vasnetsov, is a striking example of the Russian Revival style. It draws heavily from folklore and religious traditions, utilizing a Russian fairy-tale aesthetic that distinguishes it from the surrounding neoclassical architecture. Intricate details adorn the exterior, hinting at the nation's historical narratives through ornamental patterns. The architecture creates a specific atmosphere of permanence. One finds themselves moving through spaces that balance the grandeur of a public institution with the subtle nuances of a private estate.
The New Tretyakov Gallery Building
The second building of the Tretyakov Gallery occupies a distinct space in Moscow, situated within the Museon Park at Krymsky Val. Completed in 1983, this structure offers a departure from the historical scale of the main institution. The architecture follows the Soviet modernism style, characterized by its specific relationship to the surrounding parkland and the riverbank. Architects Yuri Sheverdyaev and Nikolai Sukoyan designed the pavilion to exist as a low, expansive form that integrates with the landscape of the Museon Park. Inside, the space is dedicated to the art of the 20th and 21st centuries. The halls accommodate the radical shifts in visual language that emerged during the early 1900s and the subsequent decades. The collection here includes works that reflect the social and political transformations of the Soviet era, as well as the experimental movements of the avant-garde. The atmosphere is one of openness, designed to house the bold experimentation of modernism. Kazimir Malevich, the Aviator, circa 1914 Wassily Kandinsky, Composition VII, 1913
Ancient Icons and Spiritual Art
The collection offers a window into medieval Russia through its assembly of ancient icons. These works provide a direct connection to the spiritual life of a bygone era. Within the halls, the presence of the Theotokos of Vladimir commands attention. The gilded surfaces and serene expressions of such figures reflect a deep devotion and meticulous craftsmanship. Spanning from the 11th to the early 20th century, the gallery's holdings trace the evolution of religious expression. The luminosity achieved through the painstaking layering of pigment and gold leaf creates a specific atmosphere of reverence. To stand before these icons is to encounter the visual language of a long-standing tradition.
Exhibitions and Scholarly Research
The institution maintains a continuous dialogue between its permanent collection and the evolving currents of contemporary art. These displays often recontextualize familiar works, placing them alongside lesser-known pieces to reveal new layers of meaning and historical connection. Such scholarly inquiry ensures that the presence of the past remains active and relevant within the modern era. A notable example of this approach is the exhibition "To See the Unknown," which brings together works from various periods to foster fresh perspectives. This specific curation includes paintings by Fedor Alekseev and Wassily Kandinsky, allowing for a direct comparison of different stylistic languages. By placing these works in conversation, the gallery facilitates a deeper understanding of how artistic expression has shifted through the centuries. The effort to preserve these treasures while engaging with current trends keeps the collection in a state of constant, living relevance.
5 facts about the home of the originals
- Tko je osnovao Tretyakovljevu galeriju 1856. godine?Pavel Mihajlovič Tretyakov
- Koji je umjetnik dizajnirao upečatljivo fasadu glavne zgrade u stilu ruskog renesansnog revivalizma?Viktor Vasnetsov
- U kojem se gradu nalazi Državna Tretyakovljeva galerija?Moskva
- Koji je umjetnik poznat po kultnom djelu 'Crni kvadrat' koje se nalazi u galeriji?Kazimir Malevič
- Gdje se nalazi Nova Tretyakovljeva galerija?Museon Park
Tretyakovljeva galerija: every original we catalogueThe museums of Moskva
To read
Three articles on the originals and their painters
The painter of the first original
Mastering Abstraction: The Top 25 Essential Artworks by Wassily Kandinsky
3 of the 25 originals are by Ilja Jefimovič Rjepin.
The other great museum in Moskva
Unveiling Masterpieces: The Top 25 Artworks in Moscow's Pushkin State Museum
347 originals in our catalogue.
How the originals are ranked
The originals of Tretyakovljeva galerija in our catalogue are ranked by fame: the Wikipedia language editions that describe the painting, our studio's ranking and the visits to its page on OriginalUniqueArt.com. One entry per original, without details, copies or studies; every date, dimension and medium is the catalogue's.
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