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Ilya Kabakov

Ilya Iosifovich Kabakov (Russian: Илья́ Ио́сифович Кабако́в) was a seminal Russian-American conceptual artist, celebrated for his profound contributions to the art world, particularly through installations that critically examined Soviet life and the broader themes of human existence. Born on September 30, 1933, in Dnipropetrovsk, Ukrainian SSR, Kabakov's early life during the tumultuous World War II era and subsequent education at the V.I. Surikov State Art Institute in Moscow shaped his perspective and artistic expression. His nuanced critiques of the Soviet regime, combined with his exploration of utopian projects—including capitalism—through his art, positioned him as a pivotal figure in the dialogue between Eastern and Western artistic traditions.

Kabakov's partnership with Emilia Kanevsky, who later became his wife, led to a dynamic collaboration that spanned decades, producing influential exhibitions globally, including notable showcases at the Documenta in 1992, the Venice Biennale in 1993, and the Tate Modern in 2017. Their work is characterized by the use of fictional narratives, which often drew upon Kabakov's personal experiences to explore the life cycle of the Soviet Union, positioning it not merely as a failed socialist experiment but as one among many utopian visions susceptible to the authoritarian will to power​​​​.

Throughout his career, Kabakov never shied away from the complexity of the human condition, as evidenced by his installations like "The Man Who Flew Into Space From His Apartment" and "The Toilet," which resonate with viewers for their depth and the universality of their themes. His artworks are part of the collections of prestigious institutions such as the Museum of Modern Art, the Centre Pompidou, and the State Hermitage Museum, underscoring his significant impact and enduring legacy in the art world​​​​.

Kabakov's death on May 27, 2023, at the age of 89, marked the end of a prolific career that left an indelible mark on the landscape of conceptual art. His work continues to inspire and provoke thought, bridging the gap between personal narrative and global history, and inviting viewers to reconsider their perspectives on society, history, and the role of art in reflecting and shaping human experience​​​​.

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Wikipedia

Date and place of birt:30 september 1933, Dnipro, USSR
Date and place of death:27 may 2023, New York City, USA
Nationality:Russia, USA, USSR
Period of activity: XX, XXI century
Specialization:Artist, Media artist, Sculptor
Art style:Post War Art, Ready-made, Conceptual art, Contemporary art

Creators Russia

Zinaida Yevgenyevna Serebriakova (1884 - 1967)
Zinaida Yevgenyevna Serebriakova
1884 - 1967
Nikolay Nikolayevich Volodimirov (1910 - 2006)
Nikolay Nikolayevich Volodimirov
1910 - 2006
Boris Vsevolodovich Ignatovich (1899 - 1976)
Boris Vsevolodovich Ignatovich
1899 - 1976
Vyacheslav Vladimirovich Pakulin (1900 - 1951)
Vyacheslav Vladimirovich Pakulin
1900 - 1951
Richard Brompton (1734 - 1783)
Richard Brompton
1734 - 1783
Eduard Stepanovich Kochergin (1937)
Eduard Stepanovich Kochergin
1937
Léopold Survage (1879 - 1968)
Léopold Survage
1879 - 1968
Gennady Stepanovich Rayshev (1934 - 2020)
Gennady Stepanovich Rayshev
1934 - 2020
Vasily Nikolaevich Chekrygin (1897 - 1922)
Vasily Nikolaevich Chekrygin
1897 - 1922
Alexander Nisonovich (Sasha) Okun (1949)
Alexander Nisonovich (Sasha) Okun
1949
Dmitriy Osipov (1860)
Dmitriy Osipov
1860
Boris Yakovlevich Maluev (1929 - 1990)
Boris Yakovlevich Maluev
1929 - 1990
Nikolay Evgen'evich Vechtomov (1923 - 2007)
Nikolay Evgen'evich Vechtomov
1923 - 2007
Fyodor Pavlovich Reshetnikov (1906 - 1988)
Fyodor Pavlovich Reshetnikov
1906 - 1988
Ivan Semenovich Sorokin (1910 - 1986)
Ivan Semenovich Sorokin
1910 - 1986
Konstantin Aleksandrovich Vyalov (1900 - 1976)
Konstantin Aleksandrovich Vyalov
1900 - 1976

Creators Conceptual art

Rufino Tamayo (1899 - 1991)
Rufino Tamayo
1899 - 1991
Olga Aleksandrovna Kateneva-Neimane (1908 - 2001)
Olga Aleksandrovna Kateneva-Neimane
1908 - 2001
Hans Sperschneider (1928 - 1995)
Hans Sperschneider
1928 - 1995
Kira Iurevna Riabinina (1937)
Kira Iurevna Riabinina
1937
Marcos Grigorian (1925 - 2007)
Marcos Grigorian
1925 - 2007
Vasily Filippovich Rudnev (1928 - 2018)
Vasily Filippovich Rudnev
1928 - 2018
Rasheed Araeen (1935)
Rasheed Araeen
1935
Louis Van Lint (1909 - 1986)
Louis Van Lint
1909 - 1986
Erich Schobesberger (1959)
Erich Schobesberger
1959
Niko Abramidis (1987)
Niko Abramidis
1987
Detlev Nitschke (1935)
Detlev Nitschke
1935
Trisha Baga (1985)
Trisha Baga
1985
 Retna (1979)
Retna
1979
Arnold Blanch (1896 - 1968)
Arnold Blanch
1896 - 1968
Edgar Brandt (1880 - 1960)
Edgar Brandt
1880 - 1960
Petar Dobrović (1890 - 1942)
Petar Dobrović
1890 - 1942