Ernst Iosifovich Neizvestny (1925 - 2016)

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Ernst Iosifovich Neizvestny

Ernst Iosifovich Neizvestny (Russian: Эрнст Ио́сифович Неизве́стный) was a distinguished Russian-American artist renowned for his sculpture, painting, graphic art, and contributions to art philosophy. His journey from a World War II veteran to a celebrated artist epitomizes resilience and creativity. Despite facing criticism from Soviet leadership, notably Nikita Khrushchev, Ernst Neizvestny's artistic prowess remained undeniable, leading to significant commissions, including Khrushchev's own memorial at the Novodevichy Cemetery​​.

Ernst Neizvestny's art, characterized by its philosophical depth and monumental scale, resonates globally. His works, like the "Mask of Sorrow" in Magadan, and contributions to various cities and galleries, including in Taiwan and the United States, showcase his versatility and commitment to exploring the human condition. His influence extended to academic and cultural institutions, where he shared his insights and experiences, shaping the perspectives of future generations.

Collectors and art experts appreciate Ernst Neizvestny's unique blend of cultural heritage and innovative expression. His pieces in prominent museums and private collections worldwide underscore his enduring legacy in the art world. For those keen on the intersection of history, culture, and artistic innovation, Neizvestny's work offers a profound exploration of humanity's multifaceted nature.

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Date and place of birt:9 april 1925, Yekaterinburg, USSR
Date and place of death:9 august 2016, New York City, USA
Nationality:Russia, USA, USSR
Period of activity: XX, XXI century
Specialization:Artist, Sculptor
Art style:Expressionism, Contemporary art
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Creators Russia

Sergei Alexandrovich Anufriev (1964)
Sergei Alexandrovich Anufriev
1964
Serge Kislakoff (1897 - 1980)
Serge Kislakoff
1897 - 1980
Dmitry Spiridonovich Bisti (1925 - 1990)
Dmitry Spiridonovich Bisti
1925 - 1990
Evgeny Ivanovich Gudin (1921 - 1991)
Evgeny Ivanovich Gudin
1921 - 1991
Lev Alexandrovich Russov (1926 - 1987)
Lev Alexandrovich Russov
1926 - 1987
Salavat Aleksandrovich Shcherbakov (1955)
Salavat Aleksandrovich Shcherbakov
1955
Andrey Yefimovich Martynov (1768 - 1826)
Andrey Yefimovich Martynov
1768 - 1826
Yevsey Yevseyevich Moiseyenko (1916 - 1988)
Yevsey Yevseyevich Moiseyenko
1916 - 1988
Boris Vasilievich Bessonov (1862 - 1934)
Boris Vasilievich Bessonov
1862 - 1934
Raphael Soyer (1899 - 1987)
Raphael Soyer
1899 - 1987
Fedot Vasil'evich Sychkov (1870 - 1958)
Fedot Vasil'evich Sychkov
1870 - 1958
Georgy Nikolaevich Bibikov (1903 - 1976)
Georgy Nikolaevich Bibikov
1903 - 1976
Georgy Alexandrovich Pesis (1929 - 1980)
Georgy Alexandrovich Pesis
1929 - 1980
Aron Froimovich Bukh (1923 - 2006)
Aron Froimovich Bukh
1923 - 2006
Dmitry Vladimirovich Gorlov (1899 - 1988)
Dmitry Vladimirovich Gorlov
1899 - 1988
Boris Fyodorovich Chaliapin (1904 - 1979)
Boris Fyodorovich Chaliapin
1904 - 1979

Creators Contemporary art

Philip Taaffe (1955)
Philip Taaffe
1955
Georg von Kováts (1912 - 1997)
Georg von Kováts
1912 - 1997
Velasco Vitali (1960)
Velasco Vitali
1960
Aleksandra Povòrina (1885 - 1963)
Aleksandra Povòrina
1885 - 1963
Marina Vladimirovna Denisenko (1923 - 2016)
Marina Vladimirovna Denisenko
1923 - 2016
Jan Voinarsky (1879 - 1937)
Jan Voinarsky
1879 - 1937
Fang Lijun (1963)
Fang Lijun
1963
Sam Szafran (1934 - 2019)
Sam Szafran
1934 - 2019
Vasily Pavlovich Borisenkov (1924 - 2020)
Vasily Pavlovich Borisenkov
1924 - 2020
Anita Rée (1885 - 1933)
Anita Rée
1885 - 1933
Irving Penn (1917 - 2009)
Irving Penn
1917 - 2009
Sam Taylor-Wood (1967)
Sam Taylor-Wood
1967
Roy De Forest (1930 - 2007)
Roy De Forest
1930 - 2007
Vladimir Victorovich Kibalchich Rusakov (1920 - 2005)
Vladimir Victorovich Kibalchich Rusakov
1920 - 2005
Tatyana Alekseevna Mavrina (1902 - 1996)
Tatyana Alekseevna Mavrina
1902 - 1996
Wang Xiaoshuang (1991)
Wang Xiaoshuang
1991
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