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

Vladimir Nikolaevich Gavrilov (1923 - 1970)
Vladimir Nikolaevich Gavrilov
1923 - 1970
Andrey Grigor'evich Ukhtomsky (1770 - 1852)
Andrey Grigor'evich Ukhtomsky
1770 - 1852
Irina Fedorovna Blumel (1922 - 2008)
Irina Fedorovna Blumel
1922 - 2008
Pavel Yakovlevich Pavlinov (1881 - 1966)
Pavel Yakovlevich Pavlinov
1881 - 1966
Natan Vengrov (1894 - 1962)
Natan Vengrov
1894 - 1962
Afanasy Nikolaevich Osipov (1928 - 2017)
Afanasy Nikolaevich Osipov
1928 - 2017
Jean-Louis Voille (1744 - 1829)
Jean-Louis Voille
1744 - 1829
Vyacheslav Mineevich Mariupolsky (1905 - 1986)
Vyacheslav Mineevich Mariupolsky
1905 - 1986
Vilyo Johannes Koyo (1891 - 1966)
Vilyo Johannes Koyo
1891 - 1966
Evgeny Vasilievich Nikolaev (1927 - 2002)
Evgeny Vasilievich Nikolaev
1927 - 2002
Vladimir Moiseevich Smirin (1931 - 1989)
Vladimir Moiseevich Smirin
1931 - 1989
Georg Gsell (1673 - 1740)
Georg Gsell
1673 - 1740
Nathan Isaiovych Altman (1889 - 1970)
Nathan Isaiovych Altman
1889 - 1970
Alexander Vasilyevich Kuprin (1880 - 1960)
Alexander Vasilyevich Kuprin
1880 - 1960
Vladimir Igorevich Yakovlev (1934 - 1998)
Vladimir Igorevich Yakovlev
1934 - 1998
Sergey Ivanovich Lobanov (1887 - 1942)
Sergey Ivanovich Lobanov
1887 - 1942

Creators Modern art

Roby Dwi Antono (1990)
Roby Dwi Antono
1990
Albert Marquet (1875 - 1947)
Albert Marquet
1875 - 1947
Frederick William MacMonnies (1863 - 1937)
Frederick William MacMonnies
1863 - 1937
Wilhelm Hempfing (1886 - 1948)
Wilhelm Hempfing
1886 - 1948
Manfred Sihle-Wissel (1934)
Manfred Sihle-Wissel
1934
John Axel (Jack) Prip (1922 - 2009)
John Axel (Jack) Prip
1922 - 2009
Jean Baptiste Eugène Henry Vever (1854 - 1942)
Jean Baptiste Eugène Henry Vever
1854 - 1942
Xul Solar (1887 - 1963)
Xul Solar
1887 - 1963
Filipp Andreevich Malyavin (1869 - 1940)
Filipp Andreevich Malyavin
1869 - 1940
Tillman Kaiser (1972)
Tillman Kaiser
1972
Nathan Isaiovych Altman (1889 - 1970)
Nathan Isaiovych Altman
1889 - 1970
Alfred Tibor (1920 - 2017)
Alfred Tibor
1920 - 2017
Vladimir Yuryevich Elsner (1886 - 1964)
Vladimir Yuryevich Elsner
1886 - 1964
Louay Kayyali (1934 - 1978)
Louay Kayyali
1934 - 1978
André Masson (1896 - 1987)
André Masson
1896 - 1987
Lucien Simon (1861 - 1945)
Lucien Simon
1861 - 1945
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