Ignatii Shchedrovskii

Ignatii Shchedrovskii was an artist active in the field of printmaking, with verifiable activity documented around 1835. As a practitioner of graphic arts, his documented output is defined by a focus on genre scenes and cultural depictions.

The core subject matter of Shchedrovskii’s known work centers on the series titled Scenes from Russian Folk Life. This body of work provides valuable insight into 19th-century visual documentation of local culture.

Approximately fifteen prints by the artist are represented in major institutional collections, confirming his importance to the study of early 19th-century graphic production. Notable among the collections holding his work is the Art Institute of Chicago. The preservation of these historical assets ensures the long-term availability of Ignatii Shchedrovskii prints. Today, much of his work, created nearly two centuries ago, resides in the public domain. This accessibility allows for the research and reproduction of high-quality prints derived from original museum-quality impressions.