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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

Tаtyana Nylоvna Yablonskaya (1917 - 2005)
Tаtyana Nylоvna Yablonskaya
1917 - 2005
Leon Shulman Gaspard (1882 - 1964)
Leon Shulman Gaspard
1882 - 1964
Viktor Aleksandrovich Kuznetsov (1960)
Viktor Aleksandrovich Kuznetsov
1960
Boris Petrovich Sveshnikov (1927 - 1998)
Boris Petrovich Sveshnikov
1927 - 1998
German Pavlovich Egoshin (1931 - 2009)
German Pavlovich Egoshin
1931 - 2009
Antonio Canoppi (1769 - 1832)
Antonio Canoppi
1769 - 1832
Nikolay Andreyevich Andreyev (1873 - 1932)
Nikolay Andreyevich Andreyev
1873 - 1932
Grigory Kononovich Dyadchenko (1869 - 1921)
Grigory Kononovich Dyadchenko
1869 - 1921
Boris Petrovich Kryloff (1891 - 1977)
Boris Petrovich Kryloff
1891 - 1977
Pavel Vasilievich Malkov (1900 - 1953)
Pavel Vasilievich Malkov
1900 - 1953
Mariia Mikhailovna Siniakova-Urechina (1890 - 1984)
Mariia Mikhailovna Siniakova-Urechina
1890 - 1984
Samuel Petrovich Shiflyar (1786 - 1840)
Samuel Petrovich Shiflyar
1786 - 1840
Yury Alekseevich Vasnetsov (1900 - 1973)
Yury Alekseevich Vasnetsov
1900 - 1973
Mihail Mikhailovich Chemiakin (1943)
Mihail Mikhailovich Chemiakin
1943
Kapiton Stepanovich Pavlov (1792 - 1842)
Kapiton Stepanovich Pavlov
1792 - 1842
Alexander Vasilyevich Kuprin (1880 - 1960)
Alexander Vasilyevich Kuprin
1880 - 1960

Creators Conceptual art

Leonid Pavlovich Zusman (1906 - 1984)
Leonid Pavlovich Zusman
1906 - 1984
Maurice Brianchon (1899 - 1979)
Maurice Brianchon
1899 - 1979
Sergey Mikhaylovich Romanovich (1894 - 1968)
Sergey Mikhaylovich Romanovich
1894 - 1968
Thomas Dwyer Bass (1916 - 2010)
Thomas Dwyer Bass
1916 - 2010
 Olivier Mourgue (1939)
Olivier Mourgue
1939
Tamayo Reynerio (1968)
Tamayo Reynerio
1968
Carlo Nason (1935)
Carlo Nason
1935
Georges Noël (1924 - 2010)
Georges Noël
1924 - 2010
Giuseppe Spagnulo (1936 - 2016)
Giuseppe Spagnulo
1936 - 2016
Georgy Dmitrievich Lavrov (1895 - 1991)
Georgy Dmitrievich Lavrov
1895 - 1991
Carl Buchheister (1890 - 1964)
Carl Buchheister
1890 - 1964
Gernot Rumpf (1941)
Gernot Rumpf
1941
Adham Ibrahim (1934)
Adham Ibrahim
1934
Miles Aldridge (1964)
Miles Aldridge
1964
Nigel Cooke (1973)
Nigel Cooke
1973
Ulrike Theusner (1982)
Ulrike Theusner
1982