Sergey Stroganov
1852–1923 (age 71)
Biography
Sergey Stroganov (1852–1923) devoted his life to the careful stewardship of Russian art, assembling collections that celebrated the cultural achievements of his homeland and bridging them with the wider European art world.
In his later years in Nice, he welcomed visitors to view selections from his acquisitions, promoting artistic dialogue and leaving a legacy of generosity and refined taste for future custodians of Russian heritage.