Background
MESHKOV, Vasiliy was born on April 4, 1893 in Moscow. Son of the paintner V.N. Meshkov.
MESHKOV, Vasiliy was born on April 4, 1893 in Moscow. Son of the paintner V.N. Meshkov.
1917 graduated Moscow School of Painting, Sculpture, and Architecture.
1911 joined “Peredvizhniki” (Itinerant Painters) group. 1913 visited France, Italy and Germany. During World War 1 worked as war artist.
1919-1920 director, State Art Studios, Ryazan, and chief set-designer, Ryazan-City Theater. From 1922 member, Association of Artists of Revol Russia. In mid-1920’s chief set-designer, Novosibirsk Theater.
Before and during World War 2 painted numerous battle scenes. After World War 2 specialized in landscapes. 1953-1958 correspondent member, USSR Academy of Arts.
Member, USSR Academy of Arts from 1958.