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

David Petrovich Shterenberg (1881 - 1948)
David Petrovich Shterenberg
1881 - 1948
Levon Konstantinovich Lazarev (1928 - 2004)
Levon Konstantinovich Lazarev
1928 - 2004
Jean Balthasar de la Traverse (1752 - 1808)
Jean Balthasar de la Traverse
1752 - 1808
Aristarkh Vasilyevich Lentulov (1882 - 1943)
Aristarkh Vasilyevich Lentulov
1882 - 1943
Alexander Bogdanovich Willewalde (1857 - 1903)
Alexander Bogdanovich Willewalde
1857 - 1903
Yakov Mikhailovich Strukhmanchuk (1884 - 1937)
Yakov Mikhailovich Strukhmanchuk
1884 - 1937
Samuel Petrovich Shiflyar (1786 - 1840)
Samuel Petrovich Shiflyar
1786 - 1840
Leonid Vasilievich Ptitsyn (1929 - 2017)
Leonid Vasilievich Ptitsyn
1929 - 2017
Mariam Arshaki Aslamazyan (1907 - 2006)
Mariam Arshaki Aslamazyan
1907 - 2006
Victor Grigorievich Tsyplakov (1915 - 1986)
Victor Grigorievich Tsyplakov
1915 - 1986
Konstantin Alekseyevich Korovin (1861 - 1939)
Konstantin Alekseyevich Korovin
1861 - 1939
Gabdulla Muhamedgarifovich (Abdulla) Tukayev (Tuqay) (1886 - 1913)
Gabdulla Muhamedgarifovich (Abdulla) Tukayev (Tuqay)
1886 - 1913
Ivan Prokof'evich Prokof'ev (1758 - 1828)
Ivan Prokof'evich Prokof'ev
1758 - 1828
Vasiliy Vasiliyevich Belyashin (1874 - 1929)
Vasiliy Vasiliyevich Belyashin
1874 - 1929
Pyotr Petrovich Konchalovsky (1876 - 1956)
Pyotr Petrovich Konchalovsky
1876 - 1956
Yury Ivanovich Dyshlenko (1936 - 1995)
Yury Ivanovich Dyshlenko
1936 - 1995

Creators Modern art

Jacques Villon (1875 - 1963)
Jacques Villon
1875 - 1963
Vasily Dmitrievich Polenov (1844 - 1927)
Vasily Dmitrievich Polenov
1844 - 1927
Farid Belkahia (1934 - 2014)
Farid Belkahia
1934 - 2014
Jessica Dismorr (1885 - 1939)
Jessica Dismorr
1885 - 1939
Eileen Rosemary Mayo (1906 - 1994)
Eileen Rosemary Mayo
1906 - 1994
Joža Uprka (1861 - 1940)
Joža Uprka
1861 - 1940
Otakar Kubín (1883 - 1969)
Otakar Kubín
1883 - 1969
Andre Lhote (1885 - 1962)
Andre Lhote
1885 - 1962
Cheong Soo Pieng (1917 - 1983)
Cheong Soo Pieng
1917 - 1983
Rockwell Kent (1882 - 1971)
Rockwell Kent
1882 - 1971
André Lambert (1884 - 1967)
André Lambert
1884 - 1967
Ida Kerkovius (1879 - 1970)
Ida Kerkovius
1879 - 1970
Louay Kayyali (1934 - 1978)
Louay Kayyali
1934 - 1978
William Russell Flint (1880 - 1969)
William Russell Flint
1880 - 1969
Assadour Bezdikian (1943)
Assadour Bezdikian
1943
David Wretling (1901 - 1986)
David Wretling
1901 - 1986
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