The Russian State Museum in St. Petersburg is home to one of the most complete collections of Russian art, from 12th century icons and the Russian avant-garde to socialist realism and modern art. It offers its visitors a glimpse of the growth and development of art in Russia.
Russian Art: A Journey through the Russian State Museum
Embark on an illustrious journey through the realms of the Russian State Museum, a beacon housing an unparalleled collection of Russian art, spanning an awe-inspiring 315,000 pieces. This monumental assembly sprawls across various artistic mediums, including paintings, sculptures, prints, and folk art, and traverses through diverse epochs from the revered 12th-century icons and the daring Russian avant-garde to the evocative socialist realism and contemporary art. Nestled within the regal confines of the Mikhailovsky Palace in the heart of Saint-Petersburg, the museum stands as a testament to the rich, evolving tapestry of Russian artistic endeavors.
Witness artistry that has shaped and been shaped by the diverse and tumultuous tapestry of Russia’s history. Among the museum's peerless collection, works such as Karl Pavlovich Bryullov's "The Last Day of Pompeii," Alexander Andreevich Ivanov’s “The Appearance of Christ before the People," and Ilya Yefimovich Repin's "The Tyrant of the Volga" serve not merely as visual delights but as historical narratives, weaving the tales of times, philosophies, and ideologies past. Immerse yourself in the sweeping narratives encapsulated within each piece and let the echos of Russian artistry resonate within you.
Famous artworks
The last day of Pompei - Karl Pavlovitch Bryullov
The appearence of Christ before the people - Alexandre Andreïevitch Ivanov
![Sea Empire. Illustration for Old Russian Legend "Volga"](kunst/ivan_jakovlevich_bilibin/wasserreich_illustration_zur_a_lo.jpg "Ivan Jakovlevich Bilibin - Sea Empire. Illustration for Old Russian Legend "Volga"")
