Boris Yefimovich Yefimov (1900 - 2008)

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Boris Yefimovich Yefimov

Boris Yefimovich Yefimov (Russian: Бори́с Ефи́мович Ефи́мов), a Soviet-Russian political cartoonist, left an indelible mark on the art of caricature with a career that spanned over nine decades. Born in Kiev, Yefimov grew up in a Jewish family, eventually changing his surname during the turbulent times of the Russian Civil War to conceal his Jewish origins​. His early life was shaped by significant historical upheavals, including the First World War and the Russian Revolution, events that deeply influenced his work and perspectives​.

Yefimov gained fame for his biting political cartoons that critiqued Adolf Hitler and the Nazis, contributing significantly to Soviet propaganda efforts during the Second World War. His caricatures were not only a source of morale for the Soviet people but were also recognized by Stalin, who personally spared Yefimov from purges that affected many of his contemporaries, including Yefimov's own brother​. Despite the controversial aspects of his relationship with the Soviet regime, Yefimov's artistry and wit in critiquing political figures and events earned him widespread acclaim.

His contributions were recognized with numerous awards, including the Stalin Prizes and the title of People's Painter of the USSR​​. Yefimov's legacy is preserved in his extensive body of work, which includes over 70,000 works, showcasing his unparalleled skill in using humor and satire to comment on the political landscape of his time.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Boris Yefimov's works offer a unique glimpse into the historical and political zeitgeist of the 20th century. To stay updated on new product sales and auction events related to Boris Yefimov, sign up for updates. This subscription will ensure you're informed about the latest opportunities to own a piece of this remarkable artist's legacy.

Date and place of birt:28 september 1900, Kiev, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:1 october 2008, Moscow, Russia
Nationality:Russia, Ukraine
Period of activity: XX, XXI century
Specialization:Artist, Cartoonist, Graphic artist
Genre:Caricature
Art style:Socialist realism

Creators Russia

Nikolay Alekseevich Furmankov (1924 - 1986)
Nikolay Alekseevich Furmankov
1924 - 1986
Alexander Bogdanovich Willewalde (1857 - 1903)
Alexander Bogdanovich Willewalde
1857 - 1903
Pyotr Yevgenyevich Myasoyedov (1867 - 1913)
Pyotr Yevgenyevich Myasoyedov
1867 - 1913
Nikolay Stepanovich Pimenov (1812 - 1864)
Nikolay Stepanovich Pimenov
1812 - 1864
Igor Borisovich Berezovsky (1942 - 2007)
Igor Borisovich Berezovsky
1942 - 2007
Andrei Roiter (1960)
Andrei Roiter
1960
Sergey Ivanovich Kalmykov (1891 - 1967)
Sergey Ivanovich Kalmykov
1891 - 1967
Nikolai Ivanovich Lieberich (1828 - 1883)
Nikolai Ivanovich Lieberich
1828 - 1883
Vladimir Izhakovich Naiditch (1903 - 1980)
Vladimir Izhakovich Naiditch
1903 - 1980
Ilgizar Hasanov (1958)
Ilgizar Hasanov
1958
Boris Mendelevich Rapoport (1939 - 2004)
Boris Mendelevich Rapoport
1939 - 2004
Gennady Dmitrievich Epifanov (1900 - 1985)
Gennady Dmitrievich Epifanov
1900 - 1985
Sergey Ivanovich (Serge) Charchoune (1888 - 1975)
Sergey Ivanovich (Serge) Charchoune
1888 - 1975
Viktor Aleksandrovich Vesnin (1882 - 1950)
Viktor Aleksandrovich Vesnin
1882 - 1950
Ivan Osipovich Dudin (1867 - 1924)
Ivan Osipovich Dudin
1867 - 1924
Sergey Alexandrovich (Serge) Ponomarev (1911 - 1984)
Sergey Alexandrovich (Serge) Ponomarev
1911 - 1984

Creators Socialist realism

Pavel Vasilievich Malkov (1900 - 1953)
Pavel Vasilievich Malkov
1900 - 1953
Vasily Nikolayevich Baksheyev (1862 - 1958)
Vasily Nikolayevich Baksheyev
1862 - 1958
Prunella Clough (1919 - 1999)
Prunella Clough
1919 - 1999
Boris Mikhailovich Lavrenko (1920 - 2001)
Boris Mikhailovich Lavrenko
1920 - 2001
Leonid Petrovich Tikhomirov (1926 - 2016)
Leonid Petrovich Tikhomirov
1926 - 2016
Alexey Nikanorovich Komarov (1879 - 1977)
Alexey Nikanorovich Komarov
1879 - 1977
Leonid Vasilievich Ptitsyn (1929 - 2017)
Leonid Vasilievich Ptitsyn
1929 - 2017
Mikhail Arkadyevich Suzdaltsev (1917 - 1998)
Mikhail Arkadyevich Suzdaltsev
1917 - 1998
Engels Vasilievich Kozlov (1926 - 2007)
Engels Vasilievich Kozlov
1926 - 2007
Mikhail Andreyevich Savitsky (1922 - 2010)
Mikhail Andreyevich Savitsky
1922 - 2010
Vera Grigorevna Filianskaia (1900 - 1982)
Vera Grigorevna Filianskaia
1900 - 1982
Ivan Grigorevich Konkov (1881 - 1969)
Ivan Grigorevich Konkov
1881 - 1969
Victor Grigorievich Tsyplakov (1915 - 1986)
Victor Grigorievich Tsyplakov
1915 - 1986
Nikolai Alexandrovich Sokolov (1903 - 2000)
Nikolai Alexandrovich Sokolov
1903 - 2000
David Alfaro Siqueiros (1896 - 1974)
David Alfaro Siqueiros
1896 - 1974
Evgeniia Ilinichna Gatilova (1921 - 2021)
Evgeniia Ilinichna Gatilova
1921 - 2021
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