The son of a Lieutenant. In 1827 determined the Academy of fine Arts. Received medals: in 1835 - 2 silver; in 1838 - 2 and 1 silver in the same year 1 silver for the painting "Alexander on medication from the doctor Philip"; in 1839 - 2 gold for the program "Jesus" and the title of the artist XIV class and with the award of the sword. In 1853 - academician without execution of the installed program. (Kondakov)