Pavel Kamenskii was a Russian artist who left his mark on theatrical and decorative art. His work with porcelain, ceramics, bronze, and stone reflects the era of artistic exploration in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Despite Kamenskii's influence on decorative art, his name remained in the shadows for a long time. This article reveals unknown aspects of his biography, explores his multifaceted activities, and tells about the creation of the series of porcelain figures "Peoples of Russia".

Kamenskii came from a noble family and was the grandson of the famous artist Fyodor Petrovich Tolstoy. His parents, the writer Pavel Pavlovich Kamenskii and the writer Maria Fyodorovna Kamenskaya (née Countess Tolstoy) instilled in him a love of art.

In the context of modern art history, the study of Kamenskii's life and work is considered important for understanding the evolution of Russian culture and art.