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

Konstantin Konstantinovich Olimpov (1889 - 1940)
Konstantin Konstantinovich Olimpov
1889 - 1940
Dmitry Vladimirovich Khodyrev (1912 - 1986)
Dmitry Vladimirovich Khodyrev
1912 - 1986
Fyodor Stepanovich Rokotov (1736 - 1808)
Fyodor Stepanovich Rokotov
1736 - 1808
Fyodor (Theodore) Igorevich Stravinsky (Strawinsky) (1907 - 1989)
Fyodor (Theodore) Igorevich Stravinsky (Strawinsky)
1907 - 1989
Vadim Georgievich Meller (1884 - 1962)
Vadim Georgievich Meller
1884 - 1962
Ivan Fyodorovich Seleznyov (1856 - 1936)
Ivan Fyodorovich Seleznyov
1856 - 1936
Valery Yakovlevich Levental (1938 - 2015)
Valery Yakovlevich Levental
1938 - 2015
Nikolai Vasilyevich Nevrev (1830 - 1904)
Nikolai Vasilyevich Nevrev
1830 - 1904
Mikhail Fedorovich Baburin (1907 - 1984)
Mikhail Fedorovich Baburin
1907 - 1984
Viktor Nikandrovich Palmov (1888 - 1929)
Viktor Nikandrovich Palmov
1888 - 1929
Antonio Peresinotti (1708 - 1778)
Antonio Peresinotti
1708 - 1778
Lidia Ivanovna Charlemagne (1915 - 1963)
Lidia Ivanovna Charlemagne
1915 - 1963
Anna Maria Wirth (1846 - 1922)
Anna Maria Wirth
1846 - 1922
Igor Vladimirovich Pchelnikov (1931 - 2021)
Igor Vladimirovich Pchelnikov
1931 - 2021
Sergei Kamanin (1915 - 2002)
Sergei Kamanin
1915 - 2002
Mikhail Arkadyevich Suzdaltsev (1917 - 1998)
Mikhail Arkadyevich Suzdaltsev
1917 - 1998

Creators Modern art

Magdalena Rădulescu (1902 - 1983)
Magdalena Rădulescu
1902 - 1983
André Masson (1896 - 1987)
André Masson
1896 - 1987
Naum Gabo (1890 - 1977)
Naum Gabo
1890 - 1977
Mohamed Chebaa (1935 - 2013)
Mohamed Chebaa
1935 - 2013
Charles Sprague Pearce (1851 - 1914)
Charles Sprague Pearce
1851 - 1914
Emil Nolde (1867 - 1956)
Emil Nolde
1867 - 1956
B.S. (Bhabesh Chandra) Sanyal (1901 - 2003)
B.S. (Bhabesh Chandra) Sanyal
1901 - 2003
Maria Marevna (1892 - 1984)
Maria Marevna
1892 - 1984
Henri Rousseau (1844 - 1910)
Henri Rousseau
1844 - 1910
Irene Rice Pereira (1902 - 1971)
Irene Rice Pereira
1902 - 1971
Oscar Wilde (1854 - 1900)
Oscar Wilde
1854 - 1900
Hans Förster (1885 - 1966)
Hans Förster
1885 - 1966
Fritz Winold Reiss (1886 - 1953)
Fritz Winold Reiss
1886 - 1953
Osamu Nakajima (1937 - 2013)
Osamu Nakajima
1937 - 2013
Emil Maetzel (1877 - 1955)
Emil Maetzel
1877 - 1955
David Hockney (1937)
David Hockney
1937
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