
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky Painting Reproductions Gallery 12 of 16
1817-1900
Armenian (active in Russia) Romantic 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.
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 Survivor undated
Oil Painting
$992
$992
Canvas Print
$48.85
$48.85
SKU: AYV-9744
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 94 x 143.5 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 94 x 143.5 cm
Private Collection

Coastal Sunset 1846
Oil Painting
$277
$277
Canvas Print
$48.85
$48.85
SKU: AYV-9745
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 12.5 x 16.5 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 12.5 x 16.5 cm
Private Collection

Calm Waters 1875
Oil Painting
$479
$479
Canvas Print
$48.85
$48.85
SKU: AYV-9746
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 21.5 x 30.5 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 21.5 x 30.5 cm
Private Collection

Shipping Along the Crimean Coast 1872
Oil Painting
$1011
$1011
Canvas Print
$57.61
$57.61
SKU: AYV-9747
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 72 x 92.5 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 72 x 92.5 cm
Private Collection

Constantinople at Dawn 1881
Oil Painting
$1107
$1107
Canvas Print
$48.85
$48.85
SKU: AYV-9748
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 107 x 144.8 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 107 x 144.8 cm
Private Collection

Capri undated
Oil Painting
$422
$422
SKU: AYV-9749
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 15.5 x 21.5 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 15.5 x 21.5 cm
Private Collection

View of Capri 1895
Oil Painting
$403
$403
SKU: AYV-9750
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 16.5 x 25 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 16.5 x 25 cm
Private Collection

Fishermen Returning near Naples 1874
Oil Painting
$1132
$1132
Canvas Print
$95.22
$95.22
SKU: AYV-9751
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 129 x 167 cm
Dolmabahce Palace Museum, Istanbul, Turkey
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 129 x 167 cm
Dolmabahce Palace Museum, Istanbul, Turkey

Venice 1874
Oil Painting
$1269
$1269
Canvas Print
$48.85
$48.85
SKU: AYV-9752
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 130 x 170 cm
Dolmabahce Palace Museum, Istanbul, Turkey
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 130 x 170 cm
Dolmabahce Palace Museum, Istanbul, Turkey

Byron in Venice undated
Oil Painting
$1011
$1011
Canvas Print
$48.85
$48.85
SKU: AYV-9753
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 107 x 82 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 107 x 82 cm
Private Collection

Venice 1882
Oil Painting
$1457
$1457
Canvas Print
$80.97
$80.97
SKU: AYV-9754
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 71 x 108 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 71 x 108 cm
Private Collection

Venice by Night 1886
Oil Painting
$955
$955
Canvas Print
$48.85
$48.85
SKU: AYV-9755
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 73 x 110 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 73 x 110 cm
Private Collection

Venice 1873
Oil Painting
$435
$435
Canvas Print
$48.85
$48.85
SKU: AYV-9756
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 16.5 x 21.5 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 16.5 x 21.5 cm
Private Collection

Yalta 1853
Oil Painting
$976
$976
Canvas Print
$48.85
$48.85
SKU: AYV-9757
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 58 x 87 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 58 x 87 cm
Private Collection

Loading Provisions off the Crimean Coast 1876
Oil Painting
$906
$906
Canvas Print
$48.85
$48.85
SKU: AYV-9758
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 30 x 45.5 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 30 x 45.5 cm
Private Collection

The Ox Plough 1865
Oil Painting
$888
$888
Canvas Print
$63.53
$63.53
SKU: AYV-9759
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 63 x 54 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 63 x 54 cm
Private Collection

Harvest in the Crimea undated
Oil Painting
$838
$838
SKU: AYV-9760
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 48 x 63.5 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 48 x 63.5 cm
Private Collection

A Shepherd and his Flock in the Crimea 1859
Oil Painting
$1640
$1640
Canvas Print
$48.85
$48.85
SKU: AYV-9761
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 106 x 158 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 106 x 158 cm
Private Collection

Ayu Dag in the Crimea 1869
Oil Painting
$649
$649
Canvas Print
$48.85
$48.85
SKU: AYV-9762
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 32.5 x 29.5 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 32.5 x 29.5 cm
Private Collection

Ayu Dag in the Crimea 1863
Oil Painting
$500
$500
Canvas Print
$48.85
$48.85
SKU: AYV-9763
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 17 x 24.5 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 17 x 24.5 cm
Private Collection

Sailing Boat off Yalta, Ayu Dag beyond 1893
Oil Painting
$747
$747
Canvas Print
$48.85
$48.85
SKU: AYV-9764
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 24 x 40 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 24 x 40 cm
Private Collection

The Beach at Koktebel on a Windy Day undated
Oil Painting
$712
$712
Canvas Print
$48.85
$48.85
SKU: AYV-9765
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 17 x 28 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 17 x 28 cm
Private Collection

The Crimean Coast with Ayu Dag behind undated
Oil Painting
$479
$479
SKU: AYV-9766
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 19 x 25 cm
Private Collection
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 19 x 25 cm
Private Collection

Yalta at Sunset 1859
Oil Painting
$955
$955
Canvas Print
$86.35
$86.35
SKU: AYV-9767
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 56 x 80 cm
Museum of Russian Art, Kiev, Ukraine
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky
Original Size: 56 x 80 cm
Museum of Russian Art, Kiev, Ukraine