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"I have visited most of the finer galleries in the U.S. I have never seen so many high quality paintings in any one gallery."

– Denis Chernyshov
Hudson River School expert and curator of exceptional paintings for numerous finer U.S. Galleries

"During the last three years, Lazare Gallery has removed more high quality paintings from Russia than any other gallery in the world."

– Anna Yurievna Mudrova
Ministry of Culture, Moscow

"...Life is a wonderful thing after all. But it is very, very, short...I am for immortality with all my heart..."

– Nikolai Sergeyev
Artist, former member of the Artists' Guild of the USSR

"It is wonderful," Russian artist Mikhail Kugach said recently, "to see a gallery recognize the importance of and focus on the most skilled artists of the Moscow School of Russian Realism, the world's greatest realism art movement of the 20th Century."

This showcase of Russian Realist painting, which has earned the admiration of Kugach and countless other artists, art collectors and art investors, is Lazare Gallery.

Located in rural Charles City County, Virginia, far from the capitals of the fashionable art world, Lazare Gallery is nonetheless the epicenter of the West's discovery of the surpassing beauty of Russian Realism.

Self Portrait by Yuri Kugach	March 21, 1917 - April 23, 2013 Yuri Petrovich Kugach A Tribute Recognized as one of the preeminent Russian artists of the 20th century,Yuri Kugach leaves the world a better place through his unwavering search for honesty and excellence in his paintings. He strove for aesthetic perfection by unraveling the language of beauty and transforming it into something useful. He was able to deepen representational art's spiritual and passionate depth at a time when these characteristics were largely abandoned elsewhere. Mr. Kugach also influenced younger generations of artists by playing an instrumental role in passing on master painting traditions. He and his beloved wife, Olga Svetlechnaya were founders of the renowned and still active Moscow River School. Yuri Kugach's paintings hang in major Russian Museums and private collections throughout the world. He was the recipient of numerous awards. He was treasured by his extended family & many friends including Lazare Gallery owners, John & Kathy. With gratitude, we remember and celebrate his life and works. Yuri P. Kugach Biography

Villages going to sleep by Abakumov	Current Exhibition Surikov Legacy Celebrating Artisits Affiliated With the Soviet Union's Foremost 20th Century Art Institute Paintings by artists who studied, taught at or laid the founation for the acclaimed Surikov Art Institute in Moscow celebrate a rich cultural and artistic heritage . "Surikov Legacy" highlights select works by some of these esteemed painters. Visit Lazare Gallery to view paintings that focus on this tradition of excellence and enduring relevance. Open House: Saturday, November 10 from 1:00- 5:00pm For alternate dates or times, we welcome appointments. Call 804-829-5001

	Seeking Hidden Treasures Experience "Seeking Hidden Treasures" as we take you on a journey to artists studios in Moscow. View Video

Herd by Gennady Korolev (1913 - 1995)	Reflecting on Traditions of Plein Air Russia by John Wurdeman V, Artist Plein Air Magazine, Spring 2011 As a student and graduate of Russia's premier Surikov Institute in Moscow, John Wurdeman,V brings a unique, informed perspective to why the development of Plein air painting in Russia parallels its western counterpart in many ways, but the aim of these artists, more often than not, was very different. Read Article from Plein Air Magazine

Still Life with Georgian Vessels by I. Yatsenko	October 29, 2011 - January 31, 2012 Enchanted by Georgia In Sighnaghi, The Republic of Georgia At the Georgian National Museum In the tradition of their rigorous art education, John Wurdeman, Ilya Yatsenko and Ivan Kugach, classmates and graduates of the prestigious Surikov Art Institute in Moscow have again come together to paint and share the results of their efforts. "Enchanted by Georgia" features works painted during their time together in the Republic of Georgia. Their paintings celebrate the rich culture and hospitality of this enchanting country and beloved home of John Wurdeman. More Details

	Lecture at The American University Katzen Art Museum The Global Arts Network and the Humanities Council of Washington were proud sponsors of this lecture on the History of Russian Realism given by Historian of Russian Art, John Wurdeman Lecture Video

Gala at the Embassy of the Russian Federation	Special Events Photos of Kugach, Kugach, Kugach Opening Events Including the Russian Embassy Gala and AUM Artist Reception With much anticipation and enthusiasm, the Kugach family was recently welcomed to Washington DC. The festivities started with a gala dinner at the Embassy of the Russian Federation, benefiting Global Arts Network. The following evening, Mikhail Kugach talked about family paintings in the Kugach, Kugach, Kugach exhibition at the opening reception at American University Museum. View more photos of the Events

Kathy and John at the Russian Art Fair	June 6th - 8th, 2009 Russian Art Fair In London Lazare Gallery was honored to participate in the vetted "Russian Art Fair" at the Jumeirah Carlton Towers, London. Devoted entirely to Russian Art, this unique fair united dealers and collectors from across the world with a stunning array of the finest works produced by Russian Artists over the last millennium. More details

	Now Available! MASTER OF COLOR The Life and Works of Vyacheslav Nikolaivich Zabelin This greatly anticipated book by art historian Sergey Gavrilychenko is now available. Read More

	Online Now RUSSIAN ART BLOG Sponsored by Lazare Gallery Lazare Gallery now sponsors a blog devoted to bringing Russian art lovers up to date news and information regarding important events occuring in the world of Russian art. Visit the Blog