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The Foundation

Dedicated to preserving, studying, and promoting the artistic legacy of Zinaida Serebriakova for future generations

The Zinaida Serebriakova Family Foundation was created by the artist’s descendants to preserve, study, and popularize Zinaida Serebriakova’s artistic heritage. The main activities of the Foundation include organizing exhibitions, presentations, conferences, seminars, and other cultural-educational events, as well as coordinating publishing projects.

The Foundation researches the oeuvre of all the artists in Zinaida Serebriakova’s family and compiles catalogue raisonnés. It also organizes measures to protect Z. Serebriakova’s legacy from forgeries and issues certificates of authenticity for her works.

Foundation work

Our Expertise

  • Authentication and certification of Zinaida Serebriakova's works
  • Research and publication of comprehensive catalogues
  • Expert consultation on attribution and provenance

The Foundation’s Expert Council studies the artistic heritage of Zinaida Serebriakova and the artists of her family, and conducts expert examinations of artworks to determine their authenticity and attribution.

The Zinaida Serebriakova Family Foundation collaborates with the French state Fondation Sérébriakoff, established on the initiative of Ekaterina Serebriakova.

International Collaboration

The Zinaida Serebriakova Family Foundation collaborates with the French state Fondation Sérébriakoff, established on the initiative of Ekaterina Serebriakova, to ensure worldwide recognition and preservation of the artist's legacy.

What We Do

Our comprehensive approach to preserving and promoting Serebriakova's artistic legacy

Research & Documentation

We conduct and fund scholarly research to deepen understanding of Serebriakova's techniques, influences, and historical context.

Exhibitions & Events

We organize and support exhibitions worldwide to introduce Serebriakova's art to new audiences and provide fresh perspectives.

Education & Outreach

We develop educational materials and programs to engage students, art enthusiasts, and scholars with Serebriakova's legacy.

Authentication & Cataloging

We maintain the definitive catalog of Serebriakova's works and provide authentication services to collectors and institutions.

Museum Development

We are working toward establishing a dedicated museum that will serve as the permanent home for Serebriakova's legacy.

Community Building

We foster a global community of Serebriakova enthusiasts, connecting collectors, scholars, and art lovers worldwide.

Foundation Members

Distinguished experts in art history, museum management, and cultural preservation

Ivan Nikolaev
Ivan Nikolaev
First President (1940–2021)

Honored Artist of Russia; Corresponding Member of the Academy of Arts; grandson of Zinaida Serebriakova.

Anastasia Nikolaeva
Anastasia Nikolaeva
President

Chair of the Expert Council; artist; great-granddaughter of Z. Serebriakova.

Pyotr Gnuchev
Pyotr Gnuchev
Vice-President, Director

Join Our Mission

Help us preserve Zinaida Serebriakova's artistic legacy and build the future museum dedicated to her work. Your support makes our research, exhibitions, and educational programs possible.