Khariton Platonov: A Portraitist of Innocence and Ukrainian Romanticism Khariton Platonovich Platonov (1842-1907) stands as a significant figure in late 19th-century Russian genre painting, particularly renowned for his poignant depictions of young women. Born into a peasant family, Platonov’s artistic journey began with formal training at the Imperial Academy of Arts in St. Petersburg where he demonstrated considerable talent and earned prestigious silver medals—a testament to his dedication and skill in drawing. This formative experience instilled within him a profound appreciation for rea…