Who painted Aleksandra Botkina?

Aleksandra Botkina was painted by Nikolai Dmitriyevich Kuznetsov in 1899.

Where can I see Aleksandra Botkina?

Aleksandra Botkina is held by Hermitage Museum.

What movement is Aleksandra Botkina?

Aleksandra Botkina is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Aleksandra Botkina

Nikolai Dmitriyevich Kuznetsov , 1899

Aleksandra Botkina is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Nikolai Dmitriyevich Kuznetsov. It dates from 1899 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.

About this work

Overview

Aleksandra Botkina is a 1899 oil painting by Nikolai Dmitriyevich Kuznetsov, a Russian Realist artist associated with the Peredvizhniki movement. The portrait is part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts Aleksandra Pavlovna Botkina in formal attire, wearing a black dress with a white collar and a gold cuff. Her curly brown hair is pulled back, and she faces left against a dark brown background, creating a somber atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Kuznetsov's use of dark colors and realistic rendering reflects his association with the Peredvizhniki movement, known for its focus on realistic depictions of everyday life and society.

History & Provenance

The portrait was created during the reign of Tsar Nicholas II, a period in which Kuznetsov was active in Russia before later relocating to Yugoslavia.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Nikolai Dmitriyevich Kuznetsov

Nikolai Dmitriyevich Kuznetsov (Russian: Никола́й Дми́триевич Кузнецо́в; 14 December 1850 – 2 March 1929) was a Russian Realist painter, active in Odessa during Tsars Alexander III and Nicholas II's reigns and then in…