Portrait of Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky

Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky Painting Reproductions 3 of 16

1817-1900

Armenian-Russian Romanticism Painter

Ivan Aivazovsky was a prominent Russian painter born on July 29, 1817, in Feodosia, Crimea. He is widely recognized as one of the greatest marine painters in the history of art, known for his breathtaking seascapes and marine-themed works. Aivazovsky's mastery of capturing the play of light and the dynamic nature of the sea earned him international acclaim during his lifetime.

Aivazovsky grew up near the Black Sea and developed a deep connection to the sea from an early age. His talent for art was recognized by his teachers, and he received formal training at the Imperial Academy of Arts in St. Petersburg. He excelled in his studies, winning numerous awards and scholarships.

Early in his career, Aivazovsky primarily focused on landscapes and historical paintings. However, his true passion lay in depicting the sea. He began to specialize in marine subjects, exploring the vastness and power of the ocean. Aivazovsky's works often featured stormy seas, dramatic shipwrecks, and serene moonlit scenes, capturing the awe-inspiring beauty and dangers of the sea.

Aivazovsky's technical skill and ability to capture the nuances of light and atmosphere set him apart as a master painter. He used a variety of techniques, such as glazing and layering, to create depth and luminosity in his seascapes. Aivazovsky's use of light and color, particularly his depiction of the play of light on the water's surface, became his signature style and a hallmark of his work.

Throughout his career, Aivazovsky traveled extensively, visiting various coastal cities and ports in Europe and the Middle East. These journeys provided him with firsthand experiences of different seascapes and marine life, enriching his artistic inspiration. He was particularly fascinated by the Mediterranean Sea and the coastlines of Italy, Greece, and Turkey.

Aivazovsky's talent and dedication to his craft earned him recognition and admiration both in Russia and abroad. He was appointed as the official painter of the Russian Navy and received commissions from high-ranking officials, including Tsar Nicholas I. His works were highly sought after by collectors and art enthusiasts, and he gained international acclaim through exhibitions in Europe and the United States.

In addition to his seascapes, Aivazovsky also painted historical and biblical scenes, portraits, and landscapes. However, it is his marine paintings that are considered his greatest achievements. He produced over 6,000 works throughout his prolific career, demonstrating his tireless dedication to capturing the beauty and power of the sea.

Ivan Aivazovsky passed away on May 2, 1900, in Feodosia, Crimea. His legacy as a master marine painter continues to influence and inspire artists to this day. His works can be found in major museums and private collections worldwide, and his contributions to the art world are celebrated for their technical virtuosity, evocative atmosphere, and profound connection to the sea.

379 Aivazovsky Paintings

The Black Sea at Night, 1879 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

The Black Sea at Night 1879

Oil Painting
$561
Canvas Print
$58.12
SKU: AYV-3773
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 58 x 69 cm
The Odessa Fine Arts Museum, Odessa, Ukraine

Action Between Vesta & Turkish Battleship in Sea, 1877 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

Action Between Vesta & Turkish Battleship in Sea 1877

Oil Painting
$786
Canvas Print
$50.22
SKU: AYV-3774
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 99 x 124 cm
Central Naval Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia

The Battle of Sinop, 18 November 1853 (The Night after the Battle), 1853 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

The Battle of Sinop, 18 November 1853 (The Night ... 1853

Oil Painting
$1265
Canvas Print
$63.39
SKU: AYV-3775
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 220 x 331 cm
Central Naval Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia

Malaga, Seascape, 1854 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

Malaga, Seascape 1854

Oil Painting
$817
Canvas Print
$58.68
SKU: AYV-3776
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 44 x 53 cm
I. K. Aivazovsky Museum, Feodosia, Ukraine

Lake Maggiore in the Evening, 1858 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

Lake Maggiore in the Evening 1858

Oil Painting
$815
Canvas Print
$50.79
SKU: AYV-3777
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 108 x 160 cm
I. K. Aivazovsky Museum, Feodosia, Ukraine

Oreanda, 1858 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

Oreanda 1858

Oil Painting
$546
Canvas Print
$50.22
SKU: AYV-3778
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 34 x 27 cm
Peterhof Palace Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia

On the Island of Rhodes, 1861 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

On the Island of Rhodes 1861

Oil Painting
$913
Canvas Print
$50.22
SKU: AYV-3779
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 91 x 126 cm
I. K. Aivazovsky Museum, Feodosia, Ukraine

Towers on the Coast of the Bosphorus, 1859 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

Towers on the Coast of the Bosphorus 1859

Oil Painting
$930
Canvas Print
$50.22
SKU: AYV-3780
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 107 x 161 cm
I. K. Aivazovsky Museum, Feodosia, Ukraine

On the Island of Crete, 1867 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

On the Island of Crete 1867

Oil Painting
$1343
Canvas Print
$59.50
SKU: AYV-3781
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 96 x 126 cm
I. K. Aivazovsky Museum, Feodosia, Ukraine

Stormy Sea, 1868 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

Stormy Sea 1868

Oil Painting
$786
Canvas Print
$63.79
SKU: AYV-3782
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 54.2 x 65 cm
The Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia

Daryal Gorge, 1862 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

Daryal Gorge 1862

Oil Painting
$1039
Canvas Print
$58.53
SKU: AYV-3783
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 133 x 107 cm
State Museum-Reserve, Pavlovsk, Russia

Aul Gunib in Dagestan, 1869 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

Aul Gunib in Dagestan 1869

Oil Painting
$1229
Canvas Print
$59.23
SKU: AYV-3784
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 133 x 170.2 cm
State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia

The Storm, 1872 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

The Storm 1872

Oil Painting
$1006
Canvas Print
$62.00
SKU: AYV-3785
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 110 x 130 cm
Museum of Russian Art, Kiev, Ukraine

The Sea, 1878 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

The Sea 1878

Oil Painting
$272
SKU: AYV-3786
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: unknown
The Odessa Fine Arts Museum, Odessa, Ukraine

Shipwreck off Mount Athos, 1856 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

Shipwreck off Mount Athos 1856

Oil Painting
$1296
SKU: AYV-3787
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 97 x 148 cm
Central Naval Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia

Ships at Anchor, 1851 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

Ships at Anchor 1851

Oil Painting
$894
Canvas Print
$59.36
SKU: AYV-3788
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 71 x 89 cm
I. K. Aivazovsky Museum, Feodosia, Ukraine

Storm Signal, 1851 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

Storm Signal 1851

Oil Painting
$1190
Canvas Print
$52.73
SKU: AYV-3789
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 81 x 117 cm
Regional Art Museum, Tula, Russia

Morning, 1851 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

Morning 1851

Oil Painting
$786
Canvas Print
$50.22
SKU: AYV-3790
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 81 x 113 cm
The Odessa Fine Arts Museum, Odessa, Ukraine

The Brig Mercury Returns to Russian Squadron, 1848 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

The Brig Mercury Returns to Russian Squadron 1848

Oil Painting
$1169
Canvas Print
$50.22
SKU: AYV-3791
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 123.5 x 190 cm
State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia

Arrival into Sevastopol Bay, 1852 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

Arrival into Sevastopol Bay 1852

Oil Painting
$679
Canvas Print
$50.22
SKU: AYV-3792
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 28 x 38.5 cm
I. K. Aivazovsky Museum, Feodosia, Ukraine

The Bay of Naples by Moonlight, 1858 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

The Bay of Naples by Moonlight 1858

Oil Painting
$847
Canvas Print
$50.22
SKU: AYV-3793
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 121 x 190 cm
I. K. Aivazovsky Museum, Feodosia, Ukraine

Evening in the Crimea, 1848 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

Evening in the Crimea 1848

Oil Painting
$869
Canvas Print
$50.22
SKU: AYV-3794
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 126 x 196 cm
I. K. Aivazovsky Museum, Feodosia, Ukraine

The Crimea, 1852 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

The Crimea 1852

Oil Painting
$829
Canvas Print
$50.22
SKU: AYV-3795
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 58 x 89 cm
Peterhof Palace Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia

The Coast near Amalfi, 1841 by Aivazovsky | Painting Reproduction

The Coast near Amalfi 1841

Oil Painting
$815
Canvas Print
$51.76
SKU: AYV-3796
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 71 x 105 cm
State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia

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