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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

Olga Vyacheslavovna Tikhomirova (1937)
Olga Vyacheslavovna Tikhomirova
1937
Svetoslav Nikolaevich Roerich (1904 - 1993)
Svetoslav Nikolaevich Roerich
1904 - 1993
Vasily Nikolaevich Chekrygin (1897 - 1922)
Vasily Nikolaevich Chekrygin
1897 - 1922
Alessio Issupoff (1889 - 1957)
Alessio Issupoff
1889 - 1957
Andrei Vladimirovich Vasnetsov (1924 - 2009)
Andrei Vladimirovich Vasnetsov
1924 - 2009
Nikolai Andreyevich (Kolau) Tcherniavsky (1892 - 1942)
Nikolai Andreyevich (Kolau) Tcherniavsky
1892 - 1942
Yuri Mikhailovich Neprintsev (1909 - 1996)
Yuri Mikhailovich Neprintsev
1909 - 1996
Alexandra Feliksovna Tokareva (1926 - 2015)
Alexandra Feliksovna Tokareva
1926 - 2015
Veniamin Pavlovich Belkin (1884 - 1951)
Veniamin Pavlovich Belkin
1884 - 1951
Nikita Nikanorovich Chebakov (1916 - 1968)
Nikita Nikanorovich Chebakov
1916 - 1968
Mikhail Fyodorovich Nikonov (1928 - 2010)
Mikhail Fyodorovich Nikonov
1928 - 2010
Vladimir Nikitovich Nasedkin (1954)
Vladimir Nikitovich Nasedkin
1954
Pavel Pavlovich Dzhogin (1834 - 1885)
Pavel Pavlovich Dzhogin
1834 - 1885
Aleksandr Davidovich Brener (1957)
Aleksandr Davidovich Brener
1957
Kirill Ivanovich Golovachevsky (1735 - 1823)
Kirill Ivanovich Golovachevsky
1735 - 1823
Olga Nikolayevna Sacharoff (1889 - 1967)
Olga Nikolayevna Sacharoff
1889 - 1967

Creators Conceptual art

Arne Besser (1935)
Arne Besser
1935
Axel Kasseböhmer (1952 - 2017)
Axel Kasseböhmer
1952 - 2017
Tomonori Toyofuku (1925 - 2019)
Tomonori Toyofuku
1925 - 2019
Sabiha Bozjaly (1904 - 1998)
Sabiha Bozjaly
1904 - 1998
Vera Mercer (1936)
Vera Mercer
1936
Heribert C. Ottersbach (1960)
Heribert C. Ottersbach
1960
Gerriet Postma (1932 - 2009)
Gerriet Postma
1932 - 2009
Franjo Klopotan (1938 - 2019)
Franjo Klopotan
1938 - 2019
Gleb Borisovich Smirnov (1908 - 1981)
Gleb Borisovich Smirnov
1908 - 1981
Heinz Witte-Lenoir (1880 - 1961)
Heinz Witte-Lenoir
1880 - 1961
Konstantin Ivanovich Khoroshevich (1927 - 2013)
Konstantin Ivanovich Khoroshevich
1927 - 2013
Hua Rong Zheng (1970)
Hua Rong Zheng
1970
Maria Friberg (1966)
Maria Friberg
1966
Pierre Courtens (1921 - 2004)
Pierre Courtens
1921 - 2004
Étienne Hajdú (1907 - 1996)
Étienne Hajdú
1907 - 1996
Albin Stanislavovich Gavdzinsky (1923 - 2014)
Albin Stanislavovich Gavdzinsky
1923 - 2014