Andrey Matveev (painter)
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Andrey Matveev (1702-1739) was a prominent Russian painter of the 18th century.
Matveev's artistic talent was first observed by Peter the Great. He was sent to Holland to study painting. Spending 11 years abroad, Matveev was the first Russian painter taught exclusively outside of Russia. Matveev returned to Russia and became the most prominent representative of the Russian art in Saint Petersburg. He also worked with the architects of Saint Petersburg, painting numerous renowned wall paintings.
