Ivan Ivanovich Shishkin was once called the “Tsar of the Forest”. And for good reason - most often he portrayed the northern forest. The artist is one of the most popular creators of the twentieth century, depicting landscapes. His paintings are classical national painting. Shishkin’s famous paintings are known all over the world.
In the photo: Ivan Ivanovich Shishkin
On the banks of the Kama River, in the small town of Elabuga, on January 13, 1832, the great Russian landscape painter was born. As a child, Shishkin was inspired by the beauty of the harsh northern nature, however, only at the age of twenty he entered the Moscow School of Painting and Sculpture. His teacher was the famous portrait painter Apollon Mokritsky. It was there that Ivan Ivanovich's love for landscapes was determined.
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Pine on Valaam, 1858
The next step in the career of the famous artist was admission to the St. Petersburg Academy of Arts. For the sketch "Pine on Valaam" the great landscape painter received a silver medal. Shishkin showed a decent level of skill while studying at the Academy and graduated in 1860 with the Big Gold Medal. This was not the only award - he received a chance to travel abroad for three whole years. But at that time, the painter preferred his native land.
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View in the vicinity of Dusseldorf, 1865
In 1862, a popular artist went abroad, where he painted a picture for which he was awarded the title of academician and the Order of Stanislav III degree - "View in the vicinity of Dusseldorf."
Shishkin came to his homeland in 1865. By that time, he had already become a rather famous artist.
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Logging, 1867
One of Shishkin’s most famous paintings is “Logging.”
Shishkin’s love for nature, in particular for the forest, is no secret. At the time of painting, people, in connection with the upheavals in the laws, life was not easy. Forest, trees were used not only for construction, but also served as an outlet for tormented human souls. Among the tall pines one could find peace and tranquility.
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Rye, 1878
Quite popular is the work of the landscape painter "Rye".
The painter combined the main colors of Russian fine art: blue and gold. It seems that the author sought to balance the divine nature and Russian. In those days, this color scheme was characteristic of Orthodox icons.
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Among the valley of Rivne, 1883
In the work “Among the Rivne Valley”, loneliness, tragedy and a certain sadness are clearly traced. It is noteworthy that the picture was painted at a time when his best works were created.
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Forest Dali, 1884
The landscape "Forest distances" was also painted in difficult times for Ivan Ivanovich. Not so long ago, the artist buried his wife. The picture clearly shows the beauty of Russian nature, which looks pristine, as if there was no human foot.
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Pines illuminated by the sun, 1886
“Pine Trees Illuminated by the Sun” is one of Shishkin’s most famous paintings.
Nature also seems untouched, but the paintings themselves seem to radiate heat and positive energy. It seems that the author wanted to fill the hearts of art lovers with light and life energy.
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Oak Grove, 1887
Surprisingly, according to the literature, in order to paint the landscape “Oak Grove”, the painter searched for suitable oaks for about thirty years.
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Morning in a pine forest, 1889
The name of the next composition, perhaps, everyone knows - "Morning in a pine forest." It depicts bears that seem alive. The work is written so realistically that it resembles a photo in quality. Teddy bears look very pretty and arouse a feeling of tenderness in the watchers.
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Ship Grove, 1898
In 1898, the great master of his craft wrote his last major work, "Ship Grove." At first glance, the landscape seems quite simple, but if you look closely, the picture resembles the very thicket warmed by the sun, which we imagine reading Russian fairy tales. At the same time, both fantastic and realistic.
Conclusion
It is impossible to evaluate the contribution of Ivan Ivanovich Shishkin to the development of Russian fine art. He is rightfully considered a fan of his craft - the great landscape painter died on March 20, 1898, while painting, holding a brush in his hand.
The artist is one of the most popular creators of the twentieth century, depicting landscapes. The editors of most-beauty.ru asks you to write in the comments which famous Shishkin paintings made the greatest impression on you.