Early Life and Artistic Education
Born in the village of Stanovoye, Viktor Pavlovich Baturin began his artistic journey after showing a talent for drawing during his time at a real school in Orel. His instructors recommended he pursue formal training, leading him to the Moscow School of Painting, Sculpture and Architecture in 1882. During his studies, he was taught by several notable figures, including P. S. Sorokin, S. I. Ivanov, I. M. Pryanishnikov, and P. A. Desyatov. His painting instruction was provided by V. E. Makovsky, E. S. Sorokin, and V. D. Polenov.
After graduating in 1888, Baturin established a workshop in Stanovoye. His travels for sketches and studies took him across various regions, including Crimea, the Caucasus, Ukraine, Palanga, Smolensk, Kaluga, Moscow, and the Tula province.
Professional Career and Works
Baturin's professional life was diverse; he worked as a decorator for the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow between 1888 and 1890 and served as a drawing teacher at a private gymnasium from 1890 to 1911. He also worked as a draftsman at the Polyakov factory and decorated mansions and churches. His art was featured in several exhibitions, including those of the Moscow Peredvizhniki and the St. Petersburg Society of Artists.
His repertoire primarily consisted of landscapes and still lifes. Notable works include:
