Church of Venerable Andrei Rublev in Ramenki
Andrey Rublev (c. 1360-1428) was one of the greatest Russian icon painters, a representative of the Moscow school of painting of the XV century. His works, filled with spiritual light and deep meaning, have become an integral part of Russian and world culture. Rublev was canonized for his contribution to the development of Orthodox art. The exact date of Andrei Rublev’s birth remains unknown, but it is generally assumed that he was born around 1360 in the Moscow Principality. There is little information about the artist’s origin and worldly life. It is assumed that he came from a family of artisans. One of the sources mentions an icon signed with the name “Andrey Ivanov son Rublev,” which may indicate that his father’s name was Ivan. However, the authenticity of this icon remains in question. Andrey Rublev took the name after taking monastic vows at the Andronikov Monastery on the banks of the Yauza River. His worldly name is unknown. The nickname “Rublev” is probably related to the handicraft activities of his ancestors and comes from the word “rubel”, a tool used in the leather industry. Andrei Rublev’s name was first mentioned in the annals of 1405. Then he, together with the masters Theophanes the Greek and Prokhor the Elder, participated in the painting of the Annunciation Cathedral of the Moscow Kremlin. Working in such an outstanding team testifies to Rublev’s high level of skill, because he was allowed to cooperate with already recognized luminaries of icon painting. The next mention of him dates back to 1408, when he, together with Daniil Cherny, painted the walls of the Assumption Cathedral in Vladimir. Over the years, his talent has become so recognized that he has his own students. After 1408, information about Rublev became scarce. His name reappears in the chronicles only in the 1420s, when he led the work at the Trinity-Sergius Monastery. However, the murals created by him during this period have not survived to this day. Andrei Rublev’s main masterpiece was the Trinity icon, created in 1425-1427. This work, symbolizing unity and spiritual harmony, is considered the pinnacle of Russian icon painting. Andrey Rublev devoted his life to serving God from an early age. After taking monastic vows, he renounced family life, fully devoting himself to spiritual work and art. There is no reliable information about his relatives, brothers or sisters. In 1988, the Russian Orthodox Church canonized Andrei Rublev, canonizing him. His memorial day is celebrated on July 17th. The church of St. Andrey Rublev is located at Ramenki str., 2.
Address: Moscow, Ramenki St., 2
