Boris Kustodiev was born in Astrakhan into the family of a professor of philosophy, history of literature, and logic at the local theological seminary. His father died young, and all financial and material burdens fell on his mother's shoulders. The Kustodiev family rented a small wing in a rich merchant's house. It was there that the boy's first impressions were formed of the way of life of the provincial merchant class. The artist later wrote, "The whole tenor of the rich and plentiful merchant way of life was there right under my nose... It was like something out of an Ostrovsky play." The artist retained these childhood observations for years, recreating them later in oils and water-colours.

Art Print Sizes
12"x12" - 30x30cm
20"x20" - 50x50cm
28"x28" - 70x70cm

Crafted on premium museum-quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art paper, this print boasts a smooth, clean finish. The matte finish accentuates the highlights and tones of each art print, enhancing its visual appeal and resulting in a truly stunning piece.

Handmade in the UK, our frames are crafted from high-quality wood, milled with simple, clean lines, and finished with a satin sheen. They offer a simple and elegant design.

This image may contain imperfections as it is either historical or a piece of reportage.