Pupil of Academy of fine arts. In 1805 – 2 silver medals; in 1806, 1 silver medal and 2 gold medal for engraving: "the Savior with the cross"; in the same year was released by the artist of the 1st degree with a certificate and a sword. Was an engraver at Moscow University (from 1806, 1822). Engraver cutter.
(Kondakov)