Viktor Vasnetsov
1848–1926 · Russian · 30 artworks
RealismRomanticismSymbolismRussian Revivalismnarrative paintinghistorical and mythological subjectsuse of symbolismrealist portraitureblending of styles
artist bio
Viktor Vasnetsov was a Russian artist who specialized in mythological and historical subjects. He is considered a key figure in the Russian Revivalist movement, blending romantic and nationalistic themes in his art.
what you'll learn
Studying Vasnetsov's work allows students to explore the intersection of realism and romanticism, and how national identity can be expressed through art. Students can also learn about narrative painting and the use of symbolism to convey deeper meanings.
related: Ilya Repin, Henri Rousseau
30 artworks
Singing Beggars (Pilgrims)
1873
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Veche in Pskov
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Baptism of Prince Vladimir, Fragment of the Vladimir Cathedral in Kiev
1893
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Portrait of Victor Goshkevich, the Founder of the Historic Aarchaeological Museum in Kherson
1887
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Underwater tower
1884
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Portrait of Boris Vasnetsov, son of the artist
1889
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Moving House
1876
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Prologue
1885
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Guslars
1899
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Ochtir
1879
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Portrait of V. Mamontova
1884
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Alyonushka (study)
1881
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The Lake
1902
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The head of the peasant
1878
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Three Tsarevnas of the Underground Kingdom
1879
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Portrait of Tatyana Vasnetsova, the Artist`s Daughter
1897
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Nina Slobodka Berendeevka
1885
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Tea drinking in a Tavern
1874
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A Game of Preference
1879
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Self portrait
1873
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Three princess of the Underground Kingdom
1884
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Bajarmaland
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Prince Andrey Bogolyubsky
1896
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Brousov Calendar
1871
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Portrait of Mikhail Nesterov
1926
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Savior in the crown of thorns
1906
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The princess at the window (Princess Nesmeyana)
1920
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Gamaun, The prophetic bird
1897
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Portrait of Helena Adrianovny Prahovo
1894
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Christ Almighty
1896
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