Matvey Polenov
1823–1882 (age 59)
Biography
Matvey Polenov (1823–1882) was a distinguished Russian jurist whose legal scholarship and professional contributions shaped Russian jurisprudence during the nineteenth century. His career reflected the modernization of Russian legal institutions during a period of significant judicial reform and intellectual advancement.
Polenov's work in law earned him recognition among his peers and contributed to the development of legal thought in Russia. He was laid to rest in Novodevichy Cemetery, a testament to his prominence in Russian professional and intellectual circles.