Fyodor Vasilyev
1850–1873 · Russian · 30 artworks
Realismatmospheric perspectivetonal paintingrealistic depiction of lightuse of muted colorsexpressive brushwork
artist bio
Fyodor Vasilyev was a prominent Russian landscape painter known for his atmospheric depictions of the Russian countryside. Despite his short career, he made significant contributions to Russian Realism, influencing later generations of artists with his innovative approach to light and mood.
what you'll learn
Studying Vasilyev's work allows students to understand the importance of capturing atmosphere and transient effects of light in landscape painting. Students can learn to observe and represent subtle tonal variations and the emotional impact of weather conditions.
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30 artworks
Eriklik the Fountain (Crimea)
1872
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After a Rain. Country Road
1869
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Near a Church. Valaam
1867
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Landscape with Clouds
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After a Heavy Rain
1870
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At the River. Windy Day
1869
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In the Vicinity of St. Petersburg
1868
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Pine Grove in the Swamp
1873
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The Shore. Cloudy Day
1869
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Summer Hot Day
1869
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Landscape. Pargolovo
1868
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Surf Waves
1873
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Abandoned Mill
1873
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Dawn
1873
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Volga Lagoon
1870
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In the Crimea. After a Rain
1873
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The Evening before the Storm
1869
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Autumn Forest
1873
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Dawn in St. Petersburg
1870
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After a Rain
1869
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Mountains in the Crimea in Winter
1873
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Vassiliev Swamp in the Forest
1873
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Illumination in St. Petersburg
1869
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Morning
1873
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Rye
1870
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Evening in the Crimea
1873
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Birch Grove in the Evening
1869
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Wet Meadow 1. Study
1872
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Before a Thunderstorm
1869
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The Thaw
1871
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