Museum-apartment of A.M. Gorky

Maxim Gorky's apartment is located in a prominent mansion, which was built by the famous architect Fyodor Shekhtel in 1900 – 1902. Initially, Stepan Pavlovich Ryabushinsky ordered a mansion for himself. However, in 1917 it passed into the possession of the city. Unfortunately, over the years, some furniture has been lost and a fireplace made of Carrara marble has been dismantled.

In 1932, Peshkov (Gorky's real name) returned from Italy, and the Ryabushinsky mansion was given to him by the Government of the USSR. There he spent the rest of his life.
 
In 1965, the former Gorky House became an honorary museum.

The mansion consists of two floors. Everything is thought out to the smallest detail, from the layout to the interior decoration of the building. The staircase in the hall is made in the form of a “melting staircase” wave. Subdued light, greenish walls, a chandelier in the form of a jellyfish and door handles in the form of sea horses involuntarily evoke a marine atmosphere. This is what Shekhtel wanted to achieve, taking the underwater theme as a basis.

The museum staff did their best to recreate the atmosphere in the apartment. Managed to save a few rooms. It is worth noting that Maxim Gorky lived only on the ground floor. On the second, his family was located: a son with his wife and two granddaughters.

Bedroom

The bedroom set does not at all reflect Gorky's taste, because it was a spontaneous purchase when furnishing the house. The room itself is rather small, with one window. Only the essentials are there. At the personal request of Alexander Maksimovich, a bookshelf was hung up, where books specially intended for evening reading were placed.

Library

The view from the library window is incredible, and the frame has a bizarre shape.  This is 6 – I am the collected library of a lifetime.

Dining room

The most important room in the house – dining room and living room. Breakfast was in a narrow circle, but lunch and dinner became more lively. It was here that numerous meetings with famous writers took place. The Gorky House replaced their writers' club.

Cabinet

In this room, Maxim Gorky spent quite a lot of time working on his works. He spent his most productive time at work. Usually it was from 9 am to 2 pm. The desk is by the window. It is larger than usual and without boxes. Just at such a table it was convenient for him to work. All writing instruments are neatly stacked on the table, waiting for their owner. There are cupboards with his collection in the office. Gorky collected bone carvings from 18 masters – 20 centuries.