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Natalya Danko

Natalya Yakovlevna Danko (Russian: Наталья Яковлевна Данько) was a distinguished Russian sculptor and medallist, celebrated for her profound contributions to the world of porcelain art. Born in 1892 and passing in 1942, Danko's journey in art commenced with rigorous training in Moscow at the Stroganov School and the City Art School, eventually leading her to significant roles in the Imperial Porcelain Factory. By 1914, she was working under the guidance of Vasiliy Lebedev, and by 1919, Danko had risen to the head of the sculpture workshop, a position she held until 1941​​.

Danko's oeuvre is characterized by its revolutionary spirit and exquisite craftsmanship, particularly noted in pieces like the "Red Army Soldier" (1919) and her iconic "Revolutionary chess set" (1922), which have earned her international acclaim. Her innovative designs not only reflected the political changes of her time but also showcased her mastery over porcelain, bringing a new dimension to Soviet art. Her works were showcased globally, from Paris to Monza, cementing her legacy in the international art scene​​.

Among her most celebrated works are the "The Reds and the Whites chess set" (1922-1932) and "Woman and Child with Fish" (1922-1923), both masterpieces of glazed and hard-paste porcelain, respectively. These pieces, housed in prestigious institutions like the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, and the Clark Art Institute, exemplify Danko's skill in blending artistic expression with social commentary, making her an important figure in both Russian and global art history​​​​​​.

For collectors and art and antiques experts, Danko's legacy represents a fascinating intersection of artistic innovation and historical narrative. Her works not only adorn museums but also continue to influence contemporary porcelain art, making her an enduring figure of interest.

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Date and place of birt:18 march 1892, Tiflis, Georgia
Date and place of death:18 march 1942, Ирбит, USSR
Nationality:Georgia, Russia, USSR, Russian Empire
Period of activity: XX century
Specialization:Artist, Ceramist, Porcelain modeler, Sculptor
Art school / group:Stroganov school of Icon Painting
Art style:Soviet art, Socialist realism

Creators Georgia

Vladimir Alekseevich Milashevsky (1893 - 1976)
Vladimir Alekseevich Milashevsky
1893 - 1976
Aleksandr Aleksandrovich Bazhbeuk-Melikyan (1891 - 1966)
Aleksandr Aleksandrovich Bazhbeuk-Melikyan
1891 - 1966
Riurik Ivnev (1891 - 1981)
Riurik Ivnev
1891 - 1981
Irakli Moiseevich Toidze (1902 - 1985)
Irakli Moiseevich Toidze
1902 - 1985
Niko Pirosmani (1862 - 1918)
Niko Pirosmani
1862 - 1918
Yakov Ivanovich Nikoladze (1876 - 1951)
Yakov Ivanovich Nikoladze
1876 - 1951
Igor Gerasimovich Terentiev (1892 - 1937)
Igor Gerasimovich Terentiev
1892 - 1937
Sergey Ivanovich Sedrac (1878 - 1974)
Sergey Ivanovich Sedrac
1878 - 1974
Irakly Alekseevich Ochiauri (1924 - 2015)
Irakly Alekseevich Ochiauri
1924 - 2015
 Sergey Iosifovich Paradzhanov (1924 - 1990)
Sergey Iosifovich Paradzhanov
1924 - 1990
Iosif Artemievich Karalyan (1897 - 1981)
Iosif Artemievich Karalyan
1897 - 1981
Moses Ivanovich Toidze (1871 - 1953)
Moses Ivanovich Toidze
1871 - 1953
Simon Bagratovich Virsaladze (1909 - 1989)
Simon Bagratovich Virsaladze
1909 - 1989
Ucha Malakievich Japaridze (1906 - 1988)
Ucha Malakievich Japaridze
1906 - 1988
Georgy Bogdanovich Yakulov (1884 - 1928)
Georgy Bogdanovich Yakulov
1884 - 1928
Alexey Aleksandrovich Radakov (1877 - 1942)
Alexey Aleksandrovich Radakov
1877 - 1942

Creators Socialist realism

Elguja Davidovich Amashukeli (1928 - 2002)
Elguja Davidovich Amashukeli
1928 - 2002
Sergei Fedorovich Shishko (1911 - 1997)
Sergei Fedorovich Shishko
1911 - 1997
Vladimir Alexandrovich Gorb (1903 - 1988)
Vladimir Alexandrovich Gorb
1903 - 1988
Leonid Yakovlevich Mezheritski (1930 - 2007)
Leonid Yakovlevich Mezheritski
1930 - 2007
Herman Moiseyevich Gold (1933)
Herman Moiseyevich Gold
1933
Gavriil Nikitich Gorelov (1880 - 1966)
Gavriil Nikitich Gorelov
1880 - 1966
Sarkis Mambreevich Muradyan (1927 - 2007)
Sarkis Mambreevich Muradyan
1927 - 2007
Natalia Ivanovna Bessarabova (1895 - 1981)
Natalia Ivanovna Bessarabova
1895 - 1981
Maria Nikolaevna Butrova (1905 - 1989)
Maria Nikolaevna Butrova
1905 - 1989
Leon Shulman Gaspard (1882 - 1964)
Leon Shulman Gaspard
1882 - 1964
Igor Konstantinovich Skorobogatov (1920 - 1997)
Igor Konstantinovich Skorobogatov
1920 - 1997
Vasily Nikolayevich Baksheyev (1862 - 1958)
Vasily Nikolayevich Baksheyev
1862 - 1958
Sergei Iosifovich Iutkevich (1904 - 1985)
Sergei Iosifovich Iutkevich
1904 - 1985
Galina Mikhailovna Vizel (1941)
Galina Mikhailovna Vizel
1941
Valentina Petrovna Tsvetkova (1917 - 2007)
Valentina Petrovna Tsvetkova
1917 - 2007
Sergey Israelovich Hovsepyan (1947)
Sergey Israelovich Hovsepyan
1947
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