In the historical center of Moscow, one can find many ancient mansions showcasing a variety of architectural styles. Among them, the house of Mrs. Lobkova stands out as a classic example of a Russian noble mansion. The fire of 1812 destroyed a significant part of Moscow, and therefore the preserved examples of Russian architecture, such as this one, hold special value.

The mansion was commissioned during the era of Catherine the Great by General Shestakov, who owned the plot. The construction was overseen by the renowned Russian architect Kazakov. However, the general passed away unexpectedly, and Kazakov managed to build only the wing and part of the main building. After Shestakov's death, his estate passed to Mr. Lobkov, a relative of the deceased. The new owner soon died as well, and the completion of the construction became the responsibility of his wife, whose name became associated with the house.

In 1820, Lobkova sold the mansion but continued to live in it, renting part of the premises until her death. Over the years, the house changed hands many times, including bibliographer Sergey Sobolevsky, a close friend of Pushkin. The mansion's history also includes famous tenants such as historian Klyuchevsky and actor Ivan Samarin. Thus, the house is known not only for its architectural style but also for the names of outstanding individuals connected to it.

After the Bolsheviks came to power, the building was confiscated and turned into a dormitory, which damaged its interiors, but it still survived. In the 1960s, the former Lobkova mansion housed the Institute of Art Studies of the Academy of Sciences. In our time, the building has been carefully restored and leaves a favorable impression.