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My Life in Art Translated from the Russian by Robbins with Illustrations

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My Life in Art is a memoir by the Russian artist Ilya Repin. The book was originally written in Russian and published in 1933. It was translated into English by Robert A. Robbins and published in 1969. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Repin's life and work.

The book is divided into four parts. The first part covers Repin's childhood and early education. The second part discusses his time at the Imperial Academy of Arts in Saint Petersburg. The third part covers his travels to Europe and his experiences as a member of the Peredvizhniki movement. The fourth part discusses his later years and his work as a teacher.

My Life In Art - Translated from the Russian by J. J. Robbins - With Illustrations

by Jane Drake Brody

4.5 out of 5

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Print length	:	260 pages

Repin was a prolific artist and produced over 4,000 works of art. His paintings are known for their realism and their depiction of Russian life. He was also a gifted portraitist and painted portraits of many of the leading figures of his time.

My Life in Art is a fascinating and informative account of the life and work of Ilya Repin. The book is full of insights into the artist's creative process and his views on art and life.

Additional Information

Repin was born in Chuguev, Ukraine, in 1844.
He began his art studies at the age of 14.
He graduated from the Imperial Academy of Arts in 1871.
He was a member of the Peredvizhniki movement, a group of Russian artists who promoted realism in art.
He taught at the Imperial Academy of Arts from 1894 to 1907.
He died in Kuokkala, Finland, in 1930.

Illustrations

The book includes a number of illustrations of Repin's paintings. These illustrations provide a valuable visual complement to the text and help the reader to understand Repin's artistic style.

Portrait Of A Peasant Woman By Ilya Repin My Life In Art Translated From The Russian By J J Robbins With Illustrations

Barge Haulers On The Volga By Ilya Repin My Life In Art Translated From The Russian By J J Robbins With Illustrations

Reply Of The Zaporozhian Cossacks To Sultan Mahmud IV By Ilya Repin My Life In Art Translated From The Russian By J J Robbins With Illustrations

My Life in Art is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Ilya Repin's life and work. The book is full of insights into the artist's creative process and his views on art and life. The illustrations provide a valuable visual complement to the text and help the reader to understand Repin's artistic style.

My Life In Art - Translated from the Russian by J. J. Robbins - With Illustrations

by Jane Drake Brody

4.5 out of 5