A Sculptor of the Russian Frontier: The Life and Art of Nikolai Lieberich Nikolai Ivanovich Lieberich, born in St. Petersburg, Russia on December 28, 1828, emerged as a prominent figure in 19th-century Russian sculpture—a period marked by a growing fascination with realism and national identity. While not achieving the widespread renown of some contemporaries, Lieberich carved a unique niche for himself through his captivating depictions of animal life, particularly hunting scenes that resonated with the spirit of Russia’s vast landscapes and frontier existence. His journey began within the…