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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

Valery Nikolaevich Lukka (1945)
Valery Nikolaevich Lukka
1945
Nikolay Nikanorovich Dubovskoy (1859 - 1918)
Nikolay Nikanorovich Dubovskoy
1859 - 1918
Olga Afanasevna Glebova-Sudeykina (1885 - 1945)
Olga Afanasevna Glebova-Sudeykina
1885 - 1945
Natalya Danko (1892 - 1942)
Natalya Danko
1892 - 1942
Maksim Karlovich Kantor (1957)
Maksim Karlovich Kantor
1957
Haris Abdrakhmanovich Yakupov (1919 - 2010)
Haris Abdrakhmanovich Yakupov
1919 - 2010
Mikhail Matveevich Ivanov (1748 - 1828)
Mikhail Matveevich Ivanov
1748 - 1828
Nikolai Dmitrievich Dmitriev-Orenburgsky (1838 - 1898)
Nikolai Dmitrievich Dmitriev-Orenburgsky
1838 - 1898
El Lissitzky (1890 - 1941)
El Lissitzky
1890 - 1941
Serge Poliakoff (1900 - 1969)
Serge Poliakoff
1900 - 1969
Anatoly Nikiforovich Yar-Kravchenko (1911 - 1983)
Anatoly Nikiforovich Yar-Kravchenko
1911 - 1983
Dmitri Vladimirovich Vrubel (1960 - 2022)
Dmitri Vladimirovich Vrubel
1960 - 2022
Nikolay Nikolaevich Kupreyanov (1894 - 1933)
Nikolay Nikolaevich Kupreyanov
1894 - 1933
Sergey Vasilyevich Ivanov (1864 - 1910)
Sergey Vasilyevich Ivanov
1864 - 1910
Victor Isaakovich Gershman (1921 - 2002)
Victor Isaakovich Gershman
1921 - 2002
Matvey Fedorovich Kazakov (1738 - 1812)
Matvey Fedorovich Kazakov
1738 - 1812

Creators Conceptual art

Mountford Tosswill (Toss) Woollaston (1910 - 1998)
Mountford Tosswill (Toss) Woollaston
1910 - 1998
Vasily Nikitich Meshkov (1867 - 1946)
Vasily Nikitich Meshkov
1867 - 1946
Georg Dienz (1964)
Georg Dienz
1964
Jazep Mikhailovich Gorid (1896 - 1939)
Jazep Mikhailovich Gorid
1896 - 1939
Albert Rouiller (1938 - 2000)
Albert Rouiller
1938 - 2000
Volkmar Bretschneider (1930)
Volkmar Bretschneider
1930
Ulricke Flaig (1962)
Ulricke Flaig
1962
Igor Tishin (1958)
Igor Tishin
1958
Guillermo Roux (1929 - 2021)
Guillermo Roux
1929 - 2021
Michael Kalmbach (1962)
Michael Kalmbach
1962
Iba N'Diaye (1928 - 2008)
Iba N'Diaye
1928 - 2008
Gabriel Laderman (1929 - 2011)
Gabriel Laderman
1929 - 2011
Romain Gary (1914 - 1980)
Romain Gary
1914 - 1980
Marjetica Potrč (1953)
Marjetica Potrč
1953
Clay Ketter (1961)
Clay Ketter
1961
Claude Cahun (1894 - 1954)
Claude Cahun
1894 - 1954