Style of Eurasia
Style of Eurasia
Magnificence of Russian Painting of the 19th–20th Centuries: Masterpieces from the Vladimir Peshich Collection
By Claude Lisbona
From May 21 to June 30, 2026, the Russian Orthodox Spiritual and Cultural Center in Paris celebrated its 10th anniversary with the exhibition “Magnificence of Russian Painting of the 19th–20th Centuries: Masterpieces from the Vladimir Peshich Collection.” The exhibition became a remarkable cultural event, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the richness and evolution of Russian art across nearly one and a half centuries.
The exhibition was conceived as a visual journey through 150 years of Russian artistic history. Eighteen exceptional works were presented, representing twelve major movements of Russian art from the 19th and 20th centuries, including Realism, Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, Russian Modern, Neo-Russian Style, Cubism, Cubo-Futurism, Suprematism, Constructivism, Socialist Realism, Nonconformism, and Expressionism.
Each artwork carried significant artistic value, bringing together masterpieces and creations by renowned Russian artists. Beyond its aesthetic dimension, the exhibition also offered an educational perspective, introducing visitors not only to the diversity of Russian artistic movements, but also to important moments in the history of Russia itself.
One of the most remarkable aspects of the exhibition was that all paintings were shown to the public for the very first time. This exclusivity added a special sense of discovery and rarity to the project, making the exhibition particularly anticipated among collectors, art historians, and admirers of Russian culture.
The exhibition take place in the Branly Exhibition Hall on the first floor of the center and welcomes visitors daily from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Set in the heart of Paris, the event highlighted the enduring dialogue between Russian cultural heritage and the international art world.
