Konstantin Makovsky

Konstantin Makovsky (1839-1915) was a Russian painter who specialized in historical scenes, portraits, and genre painting. He studied at the Imperial Academy of Arts in St. Petersburg, and later in Paris, where he was exposed to the work of the Impressionists.Makovsky gained a reputation for his large-scale historical paintings, which often depicted the life and customs of the Russian nobility. He also painted portraits of members of the Russian royal family and other prominent figures of his time.In addition to his historical and portrait work, Makovsky was known for his genre scenes, which often depicted everyday life in Russia. He was influenced by the work of Dutch and Flemish genre painters, and his paintings were noted for their attention to detail and rich colors.Makovsky was a member of the Peredvizhniki (Wanderers) group of artists, who sought to break with the academic tradition and create a new form of Russian art that was accessible to the general public. His work was widely admired during his lifetime and continues to be highly regarded today.