Dmitry Isidorovich Mitrohin (1883 - 1973)

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Dmitry Isidorovich Mitrohin

Dmitry Isidorovich Mitrohin (Russian: Дмитрий Исидорович Митрохин) was a distinguished Russian and Soviet graphic artist, illustrator, and master of various graphic arts, including easel engraving, etching, and lithography. Born in the city of Yeysk, Krasnodar Krai, and later residing in Leningrad and Moscow, Mitrohin's journey in the arts took him from the Moscow school of painting to private schools in Paris, and finally to St. Petersburg, where he immersed himself in the artistic circle of the "World of Art" association. Throughout his career, Mitrohin became known for his profound contributions to book graphics, thanks to his early work with S. I. Yaguzhinsky, which paved the way for his prolific output as a book illustrator. His style, recognized for its impeccable graphic finesse and harmonious unity of drawings, inscriptions, and ornamentation, set a high standard in Russian book arts during the early 20th century​​​​.

Mitrohin's illustrations graced the pages of numerous children's books, among them "Little Flour" by V. Hauff, "Roland-squire" by V. A. Zhukovsky, and "The Barge" by R. Gustafson, each exemplifying the artist's dedication to refined graphic expression. His contributions extended beyond illustration, as he played a significant role in curating and teaching, particularly at the Russian Museum and through various educational endeavors. His work, marked by a transition from adherence to established canons to a more liberated stylistic expression, showcased his evolving interests and mastery over graphic arts. His engagement with printed motifs and the exploration of different graphic techniques underscored a lifelong commitment to artistic innovation and excellence​​.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Mitrohin's work represents a pivotal moment in the history of Russian graphic arts, offering insights into the transformation of book illustration and the broader visual culture of the era. His legacy, embodied in the rich collection of book illustrations and graphic works, continues to inspire admiration and scholarly interest.

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Date and place of birt:15 may 1883, Yeysk, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:7 november 1973, Moscow, USSR
Nationality:Russia
Period of activity: XX century
Specialization:Educator, Engraver, Graphic artist, Illustrator, Painter, Scientist
Art school / group:Mir iskusstva
Genre:Landscape painting, Still life
Art style:Modern art

Creators Russia

Valery Markovich Gerlovin (1945)
Valery Markovich Gerlovin
1945
Eugen Taube (1860 - 1913)
Eugen Taube
1860 - 1913
Pyotr Filippovich Alberti (1913 - 1994)
Pyotr Filippovich Alberti
1913 - 1994
Natalya Leonidovna Gattenberger (1932)
Natalya Leonidovna Gattenberger
1932
Yuriy Podlyaskiy (1923 - 1987)
Yuriy Podlyaskiy
1923 - 1987
Alexander Alexandrovich Sakharov (1856 - 1914)
Alexander Alexandrovich Sakharov
1856 - 1914
Valentin Alexandrovich Pechatin (1920 - 2006)
Valentin Alexandrovich Pechatin
1920 - 2006
Nikolay Petrovich Bogdanov-Belsky (1868 - 1945)
Nikolay Petrovich Bogdanov-Belsky
1868 - 1945
Elena Alexandrovna Janson-Maniser (1890 - 1971)
Elena Alexandrovna Janson-Maniser
1890 - 1971
Sofya Isaakovna Dymshits-Tolstaya (1884 - 1963)
Sofya Isaakovna Dymshits-Tolstaya
1884 - 1963
Vladimir Lukich Borovikovsky (1757 - 1825)
Vladimir Lukich Borovikovsky
1757 - 1825
Woldemar Hau (1816 - 1895)
Woldemar Hau
1816 - 1895
Mikhail Rodionovich Pestrikov (1864 - 1930)
Mikhail Rodionovich Pestrikov
1864 - 1930
Boris Vasilievich Kotik (1921 - 1984)
Boris Vasilievich Kotik
1921 - 1984
Anton Mikhaylovich Lavinsky (1893 - 1968)
Anton Mikhaylovich Lavinsky
1893 - 1968
Oscar Yakovlevich Rabin (1928 - 2018)
Oscar Yakovlevich Rabin
1928 - 2018

Creators Modern art

Jacques Lipchitz (1891 - 1973)
Jacques Lipchitz
1891 - 1973
Peter Janssen (1906 - 1979)
Peter Janssen
1906 - 1979
Zaven Petrosovich Arshakuni (1932 - 2012)
Zaven Petrosovich Arshakuni
1932 - 2012
Maria Marevna (1892 - 1984)
Maria Marevna
1892 - 1984
François Batet (1921 - 2015)
François Batet
1921 - 2015
Enrico Prampolini (1894 - 1956)
Enrico Prampolini
1894 - 1956
Timo Sarpaneva (1926 - 2006)
Timo Sarpaneva
1926 - 2006
Edward Okun (1872 - 1945)
Edward Okun
1872 - 1945
Georges Paul Leroux (1877 - 1957)
Georges Paul Leroux
1877 - 1957
Sergey Timofeyevich Konenkov (1874 - 1971)
Sergey Timofeyevich Konenkov
1874 - 1971
Heinrich Lefler (1863 - 1919)
Heinrich Lefler
1863 - 1919
Georges Marie Valentin Bareau (1866 - 1931)
Georges Marie Valentin Bareau
1866 - 1931
Louay Kayyali (1934 - 1978)
Louay Kayyali
1934 - 1978
Martin Wiegand (1867 - 1961)
Martin Wiegand
1867 - 1961
 Dr. Atl (1875 - 1964)
Dr. Atl
1875 - 1964
Aaron Douglas (1899 - 1979)
Aaron Douglas
1899 - 1979
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