Mid-20th Century Original Untitled Oil on Canvas of a Choir Scene, by Artist Boris Anatolievich Sholokhov

The oil painting by Boris Anatolievich Sholokhov captures a choir or singing lesson. A group of young individuals stands before a teacher as beams of sunlight illuminate the scene. The artist uses muted tones to depict human figures and architecture, showing a classical interior with columns and arches. The figures are portrayed in profile, with some holding music sheets, emphasizing music education or performance. The scene captures a quiet moment of concentration and harmony in a warm, structured environment.

This piece is signed by Boris Anatolievich Sholokhov (ШоÌлохов) and dated '59 (Please refer to last image of the signature.


About the Artist B. A. Sholokhov

Boris Anatolyevich Sholokhov (1919–2003) (Russian: БориÌÑ ÐнатоÌльевич ШоÌлохов) was a distinguished Russian painter, graphic artist, and educator. Born in Borisoglebsk, his artistic path began under the mentorship of his uncle, P.I. Sholokhov, a notable artist. He went on to study at the Leningrad Academy of Arts and later the Moscow Surikov Art Institute, where he was taught by renowned masters such as Dmitry Korin, Dmitry Oreshnikov, Semyon Chuikov, Vladimir Yakovlev, and Alexei Gritsai. His education was briefly interrupted by his service in World War II, after which he resumed his studies and solidified his place in the art world.

From the 1950s onwards, Sholokhov actively exhibited his work in both national and solo exhibitions, earning recognition for his expertise in portraiture and large-scale genre compositions. In addition to his artistic accomplishments, he became a professor of painting at the Moscow Polygraphic Institute, shaping the next generation of artists. He was also a member of the Union of Artists and held a Candidate of Art History degree.

Sholokhov's legacy lives on through his works, which are housed in major collections such as the State Museum of the Revolution in Moscow, the Surikov Art Institute, the Moscow Art Collection, and various museums in Penza, Borisoglebsk, and Livadia (Crimea). His contributions left a lasting mark on Soviet and Russian art.

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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: The condition is consistent with vintage age. There are some areas of raw canvas or paint chips. Please refer to images for condition and do not hesitate to send us a message if needing additional images of this piece.

Materials & Techniques:
Canvas, Oil Paint

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; The condition is consistent with vintage age. There are some areas of raw canvas or paint chips. Please refer to images for condition and do not hesitate to send us a message if needing additional images of this piece.