'Peresvet and Oslyabya' from the portfolio 'Images of War'
About this artwork
Natalia Gonchorova played a vital role in the development of contemporary book illustration in Russia, with her first published work used as the cover for the 1910 Knave of Diamonds exhibition catalogue. This lithograph, part of the Images of War portfolio depicts the Russian heroes Alexander Peresvet and Rodion Oslyabya. These two monks became famous for their part in the Battle of Kulikovo, where Peresvet fought in single combat against the opposing champion. As near mythical heroes of Russia they were a strong patriotic motif for Goncharova to reference.
Updated before 2020
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artist:Natalia Goncharova (1881 - 1962) Russian
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title:'Peresvet and Oslyabya' from the portfolio 'Images of War'
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date created:1914
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materials:Lithograph on paper
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measurements:Sheet: 32.90 x 25.20 cm; portfolio: 36.70 x 27.50 cm
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object type:
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credit line:Purchased 2004
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accession number:GMA 4805.6
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Natalia Goncharova
Natalia Goncharova
Goncharova was born near Tula in Russia. While studying in Moscow, she met fellow artist Mikhail Larionov who became her lifelong companion and encouraged her to concentrate on painting instead of sculpture. As a prominent figure in the Russian avant garde movement, she was an exponent of the 'Neo-...
