Ivan Kramskoj, 1837 – 1887

Ivan Kramskoj Paintings: The 100 Most Famous Works, Ranked

Ivan Kramskoj's most famous painting is Portret žene, in the Tretyakovljeva galerija, Moskva. With Krist u pustinji and Christ in the Wilderness, it completes the three works everyone recognises. Our catalogue lists 109 works by Ivan Kramskoj; the 100 below are the ones the world looks at most, each with its year, the museum that holds it and why it matters.

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Ivan Kramskoj · 1837 – 1887
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1837 – 1887, Ostrogožsk
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The 10 most famous Ivan Kramskoj paintings

Portret žene od Ivan Kramskoj
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Portret žene

Ulje na platnu · Tretyakovljeva galerija, Moskva

autora Ivana Kramskoja predstavlja tihi, introspektivni susret s mladom ženom. Ovo djelo, datirano oko 1885. godine, bilježi jedinstven trenutak nepomičnosti. Subjekt gleda prema nama s osjećajem unutarnjeg promišljanja, a njezina prisutnost ispunjava prostor teškom, promišljenom energijom. To je studija karaktera i pogleda, u kojoj se čini da unutarnji život pojedinca pritišće samu površinu platna.

Krist u pustinji od Ivan Kramskoj
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Krist u pustinji

Introduction Ivan Nikolaevich Kramskoy was a prominent Russian artist known for his religious paintings. One of his most famous works is 'Christ in the Desert,' which depicts Jesus Christ during His 40-day fast in the wilderness. In this article, we will explore the artist's background, the painting's title, description, and interpretation. Artist: Ivan Nikolaevich Kramskoy Ivan Nikolaevich Kramskoy (1837-1887) was a Russian painter and art critic who played a significant…

Christ in the Wilderness od Ivan Kramskoj
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Christ in the Wilderness

Oil On Canvas

The heavy silence of the desert hangs over Christ in the Wilderness, a profound religious painting that captures a moment of profound spiritual isolation. Created by the Russian artist Ivan Kramskoi, the work emerges from the year 1872. It presents a scene of deep contemplation, where the weight of the divine meets the stark reality of the physical world. The figure of Christ sits amidst a desolate landscape, caught in…

Portrait of a Woman (1885) od Ivan Kramskoj
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Portrait of a Woman

1885 · Oil On Canvas · Tretyakovljeva galerija, Moskva

The gaze of the sitter in Portrait of a Woman meets the viewer with a quiet, unsettling strength. Painted by the Russian artist Ivan Kramskoi, this work captures a moment of profound stillness. Though the title suggests a specific person, she remains a mystery to history. She is widely recognized as an unknown subject, a woman whose identity remains veiled by time and the artist's own silence. This sense of…

Portrait of Empress Maria Feodorovna (1881) od Ivan Kramskoj
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Portrait of Empress Maria Feodorovna

1881 · Oil On Canvas · Ermitaž, Sankt Peterburg

The Empress Maria Feodorovna sits in a quiet, commanding stillness, her figure emerging from a dark, indistinct background that pushes her presence into the immediate space of the viewer. She is draped in a gown of luminous whites and creams, the fabric heavy with the weight of silk and the delicate, intricate textures of fine lace. A deep crimson sash cuts across her torso, providing a sharp, singular contrast to…

Portrait of a Girl (1870) od Ivan Kramskoj
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Portrait of a Girl

1870 · Oil On Canvas

In the realm of nineteenth-century Russian Realism, few works capture the delicate intersection of innocence and burgeoning intellect as poignantly as Ivan Nikolaevich Kramskoy’s Portrait of a Girl. Painted in 1870, this masterpiece transcends a mere physical likeness, offering instead a window into a soul caught in the quiet transition of childhood. The subject, presented within an elegant oval frame that evokes the intimacy of a cherished heirloom, sits with…

Portrait of the Banker Yevgeny Lamansky (1886) od Ivan Kramskoj
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Portrait of the Banker Yevgeny Lamansky

1886 · Oil On Canvas · Ermitaž, Sankt Peterburg

The oil portrait depicts Yevgeny Lamansky, an elderly man seated in a three-quarter length pose. He is positioned slightly off-center within a room defined by a desk and leather-bound books. The subject possesses prominent white mutton-chop whiskers and a smooth silk waistcoat beneath a heavy, dark suit. His hands are positioned near a desk, holding a pen and papers. The lighting originates from the upper left, casting shadows that define…

Portrait of Princess Catherine Alekseevny Vasilchikova (1867) od Ivan Kramskoj
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Portrait of Princess Catherine Alekseevny Vasilchikova

1867 · Oil On Canvas · Perm State Arts Gallery, Perm

In the quiet, commanding presence of Ivan Nikolaevich Kramskoy’s Portrait of Princess Catherine Alekseevny Vasilchikova, we encounter more than just a likeness; we enter a moment of frozen dignity from the heart of 1867 Russia. The painting serves as a masterful window into the mid-19th century, capturing the essence of a noblewoman whose very posture speaks of an era defined by rigid social hierarchies and refined elegance. As the viewer…

Portrait of the writer Y.F. Samarin (1878) od Ivan Kramskoj
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Portrait of the writer Y.F. Samarin

1878 · Oil On Canvas · Tretyakovljeva galerija, Moskva

A dignified and somber realist portrait, this work captures a middle-aged man in a moment of quiet introspection. Positioned in a three-quarter length composition, the subject faces the viewer's right, yet his gaze meets the observer with a steady, penetrating clarity. The lighting is low-key, emerging from a shadowy, indistinct background to illuminate the face and a crisp white collar. This chiaroscuro effect creates a profound sense of three-dimensionality, pulling…

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Portrait of Pavel Tretyakov (1876) od Ivan Kramskoj
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Portrait of Pavel Tretyakov

1876 · Tretyakovljeva galerija

The Portrait of Pavel Tretyakov is a painting by the artist Ivan Kramskoi. Created in 1876, this work captures the likeness of Pavel Mikhailovich Tretyakov. The oil on…

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Portrait of S.S. Botkin (1882) od Ivan Kramskoj
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Portrait of S.S. Botkin

1882 · Tretyakovljeva galerija

The portrait presents a young man in a bust-length view, positioned slightly off-center against a dark, indistinct background. The subject faces forward, though his gaze is directed toward…

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Herodias (1885) od Ivan Kramskoj
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Herodias

1885 · Tretyakovljeva galerija

A somber psychological tension defines this oil on canvas, capturing the grim aftermath of a biblical execution. The composition centers on a seated woman, her gaze cast downward…

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Sergey Botkin (1881) od Ivan Kramskoj
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Sergey Botkin

1881 · Tretyakovljeva galerija

This realistic portrait of Sergey Botkin was painted by Ivan Kramskoi in 1881. It presents the subject in a three-quarter length view, capturing a sense of quiet authority…

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Arkhip Kuindzhi (1872) od Ivan Kramskoj
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Arkhip Kuindzhi

1872 · Tretyakovljeva galerija

This oil portrait by Ivan Kramskoi depicts the artist Arkhip Kuindzhi. Created in 1872, the work presents a bust-length view of the subject. The composition positions Kuindzhi slightly…

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Poet Apollon Maikov Fishing od Ivan Kramskoj
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Poet Apollon Maikov Fishing

In the quiet intersection of nature and intellect, Ivan Nikolaevich Kramskoy’s Poet Apollon Maikov Fishing offers a profound window into the contemplative spirit of the nineteenth century. This…

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Bouquet of Flowers. Phlox (1884) od Ivan Kramskoj
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Bouquet of Flowers. Phlox

1884 · Tretyakovljeva galerija

In this quiet arrangement, we find Bouquet of Flowers. Phlox, a work created by the Russian artist Ivan Kramskoi. Painted in 1884, the piece offers a moment of…

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Self­Portrait 1 od Ivan Kramskoj
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Self­Portrait 1

In the quiet intensity of Self-Portrait 1, we are not merely looking at a likeness, but peering into the very psyche of Ivan Nikolaevich Kramskoy, one of the…

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Water Nymphs (1871) od Ivan Kramskoj
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Water Nymphs

1871 · Tretyakovljeva galerija

The Water Nymphs painting by Ivan Nikolaevich Kramskoy is a captivating piece of art that showcases the artist's skill in capturing the beauty of nature and the human…

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Ivan Kramskoj's paintings by period

The subjects Ivan Kramskoj painted most

The four subjects that return most often among these masterpieces, with the finest example of each.

Where to see Ivan Kramskoj's paintings

8 muzeja u kojima se nalazi najviše djela s ove stranice.

Muzej Grad Djela autora Ivan Kramskoj Slike iz ovog popisa
Tretyakovljeva galerija, MoskvaTretyakovljeva galerija Moskva 38 Portret žene, Krist u pustinji, Portrait of a Woman
Ermitaž, Sankt PeterburgErmitaž Sankt Peterburg 6 Portrait of Empress Maria Feodorovna, Portrait of the Banker Yevgeny Lamansky, Portrait of Count Frederick Maurice van Heiden
Kramskoy Museum of Fine Arts, VoronezhKramskoy Museum of Fine Arts Voronezh 5 In the country. Siverskaya, Portrait of the Artist Konstantin Savitsky, Suburb of Paris. The Bois de Boulogne
Državni ruski muzej, Sankt PeterburgDržavni ruski muzej Sankt Peterburg 5 Portrait of the Publisher and Publicist Alexey Suvorin, Portrait of V. S. Solovyov, Mina Moiseyev
Perm State Arts Gallery, PermPerm State Arts Gallery Perm 2 Portrait of Princess Catherine Alekseevny Vasilchikova, Portrait of Roftopulo O.A.
Kiev National Picture Gallery, KyivKiev National Picture Gallery Kyiv 2 Mina moiseev
Yekaterinburg Museum of Fine Arts, YekaterinburgYekaterinburg Museum of Fine Arts Yekaterinburg 1 Portrait of a Woman
Feodosia National Gallery I. K. Aivazovsky, FeodosiiaFeodosia National Gallery I. K. Aivazovsky Feodosiia 1 Portrait of I.K. Aivazovsky

Ivan Kramskoj's most famous painting of each decade

  1. 1860s
    Portrait of Princess Catherine Alekseevny Vasilchikova (1867) od Ivan Kramskoj
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    Portrait of Princess Catherine Alekseevny Vasilchikova

    Godine 23 – 32 · Perm State Arts Gallery

    In the quiet, commanding presence of Ivan Nikolaevich Kramskoy’s Portrait of Princess Catherine Alekseevny Vasilchikova, we encounter more than just a likeness; we enter a moment of frozen…

  2. 1870s
    Portrait of a Girl (1870) od Ivan Kramskoj
    Rank 6 / 100

    Portrait of a Girl

    Godine 33 – 42

    In the realm of nineteenth-century Russian Realism, few works capture the delicate intersection of innocence and burgeoning intellect as poignantly as Ivan Nikolaevich Kramskoy’s Portrait of a Girl.…

  3. 1880s
    Portrait of a Woman (1885) od Ivan Kramskoj
    #4 of 100

    Portrait of a Woman

    Godine 43 – 50 · Tretyakovljeva galerija

    The gaze of the sitter in Portrait of a Woman meets the viewer with a quiet, unsettling strength. Painted by the Russian artist Ivan Kramskoi, this work captures…

Questions about Ivan Kramskoj's paintings

What is Ivan Kramskoj's most famous painting?Show the answer

Portret žene, Tretyakovljeva galerija, Moskva. Next come Krist u pustinji and Christ in the Wilderness.

What are the top 10 paintings by Ivan Kramskoj?Show the answer

Portret žene, Krist u pustinji, Christ in the Wilderness, Portrait of a Woman, Portrait of Empress Maria Feodorovna, Portrait of a Girl, Portrait of the Banker Yevgeny Lamansky, Somnambula, Portrait of Princess Catherine Alekseevny Vasilchikova i Portrait of the writer Y.F. Samarin. The ranking above gives the year and the museum of each.

How many paintings did Ivan Kramskoj make?Show the answer

Our catalogue lists 109 works by Ivan Kramskoj, dated from 1866 to 1886.

Where are Ivan Kramskoj's most famous paintings?Show the answer

Most of them are in Tretyakovljeva galerija (Moskva), Ermitaž (Sankt Peterburg) i Kramskoy Museum of Fine Arts (Voronezh). The table above lists the museums one by one.

When did Ivan Kramskoj paint the most famous works?Show the answer

In 1870s: 19 of the 100 works on this page date from then, among them Portrait of a Girl.

What are Ivan Kramskoj's earliest and latest famous paintings?Show the answer

The earliest on this page is Portrait of the Artist Nikolai Dmitrievich Dmitriev-Orenburg (1866), the latest Portrait of the Banker Yevgeny Lamansky (1886).

What did Ivan Kramskoj paint most often?Show the answer

Portrait (30), Russian art (15) i Man (14), among the 100 works on this page.

What medium did Ivan Kramskoj use most?Show the answer

Oil On Canvas: 42 of the 100 works on this page.

Which art movement does Ivan Kramskoj belong to?Show the answer

Realism, as the paintings on this page show.

Which Ivan Kramskoj paintings can I see at the Tretyakovljeva galerija?Show the answer

Portret žene, Krist u pustinji i Portrait of a Woman are among the 30 works on this page held by the Tretyakovljeva galerija, Moskva.

Can I buy a reproduction of a Ivan Kramskoj painting?Show the answer

Yes. Every painting on this page can be ordered as a museum-quality, hand-painted oil reproduction or a fine art print, in the size you choose, from the painting's own page.

About Ivan Kramskoj

Duša ruskog realizma: Život i naslijeđe Ivana Kramskoja

Ivan Nikolajevič Kramskoj, rođen 27. svibnja 1837. u mirnom gradu Ostrogožsku, stoji kao monumentalna figura unutar krajolika ruske umjetničke povijesti. Njegov život obilježila je intelektualna strast i nepokolebljiva posvećenost umjetničkim principima utemeljenim u socijalnom realizmu, ostavljajući neizbrisiv trag kako na njegove suvremenike, tako i na buduće generacije. Odrastajući u Voronješkoj oblasti, Kramskojevo rano djetinjstvo oblikovalo je odgoj prožet intelektualnom znatiželjom i dubokim angažmanom prema uzbudljivim idejama ruske revolucionarne demokracije. Pod utjecajem radikalnih mislilaca svog doba, poput Černiševskog i Herzena, prihvatio je uvjertaj da umjetnost posjeduje moralnu obvezu – dužnost istinitog odraza društva i borbe za njegovo poboljšanje.

Ovo duboko ukorijenjeno vjerovanje u transformativnu moć umjetnosti pognalo ga je prema Sankt Peterburškoj akademiji umjetnosti, no upravo se tamo njegov buntovnički duh istinski probudio. Kramskoj je ostao zapamćen kao predvodnik „Pobune četrnaestorice”, povijesnog studentskog ustanka protiv restriktivnih i zastarjelih umjetničkih standarda akademije. Ovaj čin prkosa doveo je do njegovog izbacivanja, ali umjesto da uguši njegov talent, on je učvrstio njegovu posvećenost neovisnom izražavanju. Pod vodstvom mentora poput Mihaila Borisoviča Tulinova, koji je prepoznao njegov rastući genij, Kramskoj je počeo krčiti put koji će ga na kraju učiniti kamenom temeljcu pokreta Peredvizhniki, poznatog i kao pokret Lutalaca.

Vizionar pokreta Peredvizhniki

Formiranje pokreta Peredvizhniki označilo je odlučujuću prekretnicu u Kramskojevom umjetničkom putu. Uz luminare poput Ilje Repina, nastojao je odbaciti službeni patronat i poučavanje Imperijalne akademije u korist demokratskog i društveno svjesnog pristupa slikarstvu. Njegov rad postao je posrednik za društvenu kritiku, bilježeći psihološku dubinu ruskog naroda i surove stvarnosti njihovog postojanja. Kramskoj nije bio samo slikar, već i duboki umjetnički kritičar i vođa, oblikujući estetski diskurs svog vremena kroz sposobnost spajanja tehničke majstorstva s intenzivnim emocionalnim odjekom.

Njegov repertoar karakterizira iznimna svestranost koja se kreće od duboko introspektivnih do simbolički veličanstvenih motiva:

  • Autoportretiranje: U djelima poput Autoportreta 1, Kramskoj koristi mračan i introspektivan stil realizma. Dubina njegovog pogleda poziva gledatelje na duševni susret s umjetnikovom vlastitom psihom, bilježeći težinu njegovih intelektualnih tereta.
  • Religiozna i simbolička majstorstvo: Njegovo remek-djelo, Krist u pustinji (1872.), služi kao dirljivo istraživanje samoće i vjere. Kroz dramatično osvjetljenje i duboki simbolizam, on prikazuje Isusovu duhovnu borbu, stvarajući djelo koje ostaje temelj ruskog slikarstva.
  • Romantični realizam: U djelu Vodene nimfe (1871.), Kramskoj pokazuje sposobnost prizivanja spokojnih figura i prirode kroz bogate boje i mekši, romantičniji prizma realizma, dokazujući da njegova društvena svijest može koegzistirati s estetskom ljepotom.

Povijesni značaj i trajni utjecaj

Kramskojev doprinos umjetnosti proteže se daleko izvan platna. Kao organizator i kritičar, pružio je intelektualnu strukturu na kojoj je izgrađen ruski realizam. Vjerovao je da umjetnik mora biti svjedok svog vremena, ulogu koju je ispunjavao s neusporedivim integritetom. Njegova sposobnost navigiranja kroz složenosti političkih previranja, uz zadržavanje fokusa na ljudskom stanju, omogućila je njegovom radu da nadilazi trenutnu politiku 19. stoljeća.

Naslijeđe Ivana Nikolajeviča Kramskoja nalazi se u samoj srži ruskog identiteta. Borbom za istinu o zajedničkom iskustvu i izazivanjem elitizma akademskih institucija, pomogao je demokratizaciji umjetnosti, pretvarajući je u alat za nacionalnu refleksiju. Danas njegova djela i dalje očaravaju publiku širom svijeta, nudeći prozor u razdoblje intenzivnog duhovnog i društvenog transformacije. Njegov život ostaje svjedočanstvo ideje da umjetnost, kada se koristi s hrabrošću i istinom, može poslužiti kao moćan katalizator promjena.

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