El Lissitzky (1890 - 1941) - photo 1

El Lissitzky

Lazar Markovich Lissitzky (Russian: Ла́зарь Ма́ркович Лиси́цкий) was a pivotal figure in the avant-garde art movement of the early 20th century, whose contributions spanned across multiple disciplines including painting, architecture, and graphic design. Born in Pochinok, Russian Empire (now in Smolensk Oblast, Russia), Lissitzky is renowned for his profound influence on the development of Constructivism, a movement characterized by the integration of technology and industry into the arts.

Lissitzky's work is distinguished by its innovative use of geometric forms, bold colors, and dynamic compositions, which sought not only to reflect the modern industrial world but also to actively participate in shaping it. His artworks and theories were instrumental in bridging the gap between the avant-garde movements in Russia and Western Europe, facilitating a cross-cultural exchange that enriched the development of modern art. Among his most notable contributions are his "Proun" series, an acronym for "Project for the Affirmation of the New" in Russian, which encapsulates his vision of art as a transformative social force.

His legacy is preserved in some of the world's most prestigious museums and galleries, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Russian State Museum in Saint Petersburg. These institutions house key works that exemplify Lissitzky's groundbreaking approach to art and design, making them a focal point for collectors and experts in the field of art and antiques.

For those deeply invested in the evolution of modern art and its profound impact on culture and society, Lissitzky's work offers invaluable insights into the creative exploration of form and space. His contributions continue to inspire contemporary artists and designers, emphasizing the enduring relevance of his vision.

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Date and place of birt:23 november 1890, Pochinok, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:30 december 1941, Moscow, USSR
Nationality:Russia
Period of activity: XX century
Specialization:Architect, Artist, Designer, Photographer
Art school / group:De Stijl, Kultur Lige, OSA Group, UNOVIS
Genre:Propaganda art
Art style:Abstract art, Degenerate art, Modern art, Avant-garde, Constructivism, Contemporary art, Suprematism

Creators Russia

Andrey Alekseevich Yakovlev (1934 - 2012)
Andrey Alekseevich Yakovlev
1934 - 2012
Maria Dmitreyevna Raevskaia-Ivanova (1840 - 1912)
Maria Dmitreyevna Raevskaia-Ivanova
1840 - 1912
Maria Alexeyevna Fedorova (1859 - 1934)
Maria Alexeyevna Fedorova
1859 - 1934
Alexander Pavlovich Kibalnikov (1912 - 1987)
Alexander Pavlovich Kibalnikov
1912 - 1987
Ivan Ivanovich Chorny (1925 - 2008)
Ivan Ivanovich Chorny
1925 - 2008
Boris Grigoriev (1886 - 1939)
Boris Grigoriev
1886 - 1939
Elena Lyudvigovna Korovay (1901 - 1974)
Elena Lyudvigovna Korovay
1901 - 1974
Ivan Ivanovich Lavsky (1919 - 1977)
Ivan Ivanovich Lavsky
1919 - 1977
Yevgeny Ivanovich Stolitsa (1870 - 1929)
Yevgeny Ivanovich Stolitsa
1870 - 1929
Vladimir Alekseevich Milashevsky (1893 - 1976)
Vladimir Alekseevich Milashevsky
1893 - 1976
Boris Leonidovich Pasternak (1890 - 1960)
Boris Leonidovich Pasternak
1890 - 1960
Viktor Yakovlevich Bunyakovsky (1804 - 1889)
Viktor Yakovlevich Bunyakovsky
1804 - 1889
Karel Brož (1836 - 1901)
Karel Brož
1836 - 1901
Mikhail Davidovich Natarevich (1907 - 1979)
Mikhail Davidovich Natarevich
1907 - 1979
Igor Vladimirovich Radoman (1921 - 1992)
Igor Vladimirovich Radoman
1921 - 1992
Vsevolod Vladimirovich Voinov (1880 - 1945)
Vsevolod Vladimirovich Voinov
1880 - 1945

Creators Abstract art

 Cedric Hartman (1929)
Cedric Hartman
1929
 René Francisco (1960)
René Francisco
1960
Marianne Eigenheer (1945 - 2018)
Marianne Eigenheer
1945 - 2018
Heinrich Nauen (1880 - 1940)
Heinrich Nauen
1880 - 1940
Ivan Malavašič (1927 - 2019)
Ivan Malavašič
1927 - 2019
Tom Marioni (1937)
Tom Marioni
1937
Ciro Beltrán (1967)
Ciro Beltrán
1967
Marlene Dumas (1953)
Marlene Dumas
1953
Pierre Guariche (1926 - 1995)
Pierre Guariche
1926 - 1995
Niko Abramidis (1987)
Niko Abramidis
1987
Lou Albert-Lasard (1885 - 1969)
Lou Albert-Lasard
1885 - 1969
Walter Dahn (1954)
Walter Dahn
1954
Maud Lewis (1903 - 1970)
Maud Lewis
1903 - 1970
Mary Bauermeister (1934 - 2023)
Mary Bauermeister
1934 - 2023
Marion Borgelt (1954)
Marion Borgelt
1954
Vera Efremovna Pestel (Bal'i) (1887 - 1952)
Vera Efremovna Pestel (Bal'i)
1887 - 1952
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