 In 1927, Korin's aquarelle "Artist's studio" and his oil landscape "My Motherland" were bought by the Tretyakov gallery, showing recognition from the Soviets.In 1931, Korin's studio was visited by Maxim Gorky, who supported Korin since.In 1932, Korin followed Gorky to Sorrento, painted Gorky's portrait, and visited Italy and Germany.