Savely Sorin (1878–1953) was a distinguished portrait painter whose work merged the formal traditions of the Russian Academy with the sophisticated cosmopolitan style of the early 20th century.

Born in Russia, Sorin achieved international recognition with successful stints in Paris and New York, becoming a favored artist for royalty, celebrities, and high-society figures.His portraits are notable for their meticulous precision and luminous, almost ethereal palettes, giving subjects a timeless, porcelain-like elegance.

Sorin’s oeuvre includes portraits of prominent figures such as Queen Consort Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, the ballerina Anna Pavlova, and members of aristocratic and high-profile families.Beyond mere likenesses, his paintings captured the poise, refinement, and subtle grandeur of a world undergoing social and cultural transformation.Through his art, Sorin immortalized the grace and sophistication of his era, making him a trusted chronicler of aristocratic life and elite circles.Today, his works remain celebrated for their artistic excellence and historical significance.