Pavel Fedotov: The Russian Hogarth and a Voice of Critique Pavel Andreyevich Fedotov (1815 – 1852) remains an elusive figure within the tapestry of Russian art history—a painter who achieved remarkable success during his brief but impactful career, yet vanished tragically young from the spotlight. Often dubbed “The Hogarth” after William Hogarth, a British satirist renowned for his unflinching depictions of social realities, Fedotov’s oeuvre embodies a distinctive blend of realism and biting commentary on the societal conventions of mid-19th century Russia—a fusion that distinguishes him pro…