Tretyakov Gallery

Objective

To celebrate the 125th anniversary of Aram Abramyan by bringing his exceptional art collection outside of Armenia to a wider audience and highlighting his significant contributions to Russian and Armenian art through cross-cultural events

Project Category:
Development and Support Initiatives

Partners:
RA Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports,
Museum of Russian Art

Duration:
June 2024 – August 2024

Within the collaboration between the Museum of Russian Art in Yerevan and the Keron Development Foundation, a temporary exhibition titled “Moscow–Yerevan–Moscow” was launched on June 4, 2024, at the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow. The exhibition was dedicated to the 40th anniversary of the Museum of Russian Art and the 125th anniversary of its founder, Professor Aram Abrahamyan, and featured works from the esteemed doctor’s private collection.

A distinguished physician and honorary citizen of Moscow, Professor Abrahamyan was a devoted art lover and collector. His deep passion for and interest in Russian Silver Age art enabled him to assemble a remarkable collection at a time when such works were not widely appreciated. Today, thanks to his dedication, Armenia possesses an invaluable cultural treasure.

The “Moscow–Yerevan–Moscow” exhibition showcased 49 works from Abrahamyan’s private collection, created by world-renowned Russian artists. Each piece holds unique significance, representing exceptional examples of Russian art that have long inspired both experts and art lovers.

Despite Abrahamyan’s immense contributions to the art world, his collection remained relatively unknown to Russian audiences until this exhibition. The event offered a rare opportunity for visitors to admire these extraordinary works and learn more about the man often affectionately referred to as the “Armenian Tretyakov.” His legacy continues to inspire, demonstrating the power of art to bridge cultures and foster mutual understanding.

This landmark exhibition ran until August 12, 2024, attracting nearly 13,200 visitors, who had the chance to explore Professor Abrahamyan’s life and work and appreciate the priceless pieces from his collection. The 49 masterpieces have since returned to Armenia and are once again on display at the Museum of Russian Art, open to all art enthusiasts.