Grigor Khanjyan (1926 - 2000)

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Grigor Khanjyan

Grigor Khanjyan (Russian: Григор Сепухович Ханджян), an Armenian artist born in Yerevan on November 29, 1926, stands out as a prominent figure in Expressionism and Armenian art. Known for his rich illustrations of historical novels and poems, Khanjyan's artworks delve deep into the heart of Armenian identity and history, transcending mere visual appeal to embody the spirit and struggles of a nation.

Khanjyan's journey into the arts began at Terlemezian Art College in Yerevan, culminating in his graduation from the Academy of Fine Arts, where he was deeply influenced by Eduard Isabekyan's thematic-compositional art. Throughout his career, Khanjyan navigated the complexities of Soviet Armenia with a distinct nationalist sentiment, often choosing subjects that celebrated Armenian culture and history over Soviet ideals. His notable works include illustrations for Paruyr Sevak's "The Unsilenceable Belfry" and tapestries like "Battle of Avarayr" and "Creation of Armenian Alphabet," which were commissioned by the Armenian Apostolic Church and later reproduced as murals at the Yerevan Cascade, now part of the Cafesjian Museum of Art​​.

Khanjyan's murals, especially the monumental triptych "History of Armenia" at the Cafesjian Center for the Arts, serve as a testament to his commitment to depicting key moments in Armenian history. Despite facing challenges such as the collapse of the Soviet Union and personal health issues, Khanjyan's dedication never wavered. His final work, "The Rebirth of Armenia," remained unfinished at his death on April 19, 2000, but his legacy endures through his significant contributions to Armenian art and culture​.

For art collectors and experts, Khanjyan's works represent not only aesthetic achievements but also the enduring spirit of Armenian history and identity. His awards, including the title of People's Artist of the Soviet Union and honorary memberships in various academies, underscore his significance in the realm of art​.

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Date and place of birt:29 november 1926, Yerevan, USSR
Date and place of death:19 april 2000, Yerevan, Armenia
Nationality:Armenia, USSR
Period of activity: XX century
Specialization:Designer, Graphic artist, Illustrator, Painter
Genre:Genre art, History painting, Landscape painting, Still life
Art style:Socialist realism

Creators Armenia

Akop Mkrtumovich Ovnatanyan (1806 - 1881)
Akop Mkrtumovich Ovnatanyan
1806 - 1881
Mariam Arshaki Aslamazyan (1907 - 2006)
Mariam Arshaki Aslamazyan
1907 - 2006
Akop Karapetovich Kodzhoyan (1883 - 1959)
Akop Karapetovich Kodzhoyan
1883 - 1959
Gabriel Mikaelovich Gyurdzhyan (1892 - 1987)
Gabriel Mikaelovich Gyurdzhyan
1892 - 1987
Gevork Zakharovich Bashinjagyan (1857 - 1925)
Gevork Zakharovich Bashinjagyan
1857 - 1925
Sergey Dmitrievich Merkurov (1881 - 1952)
Sergey Dmitrievich Merkurov
1881 - 1952
Ara Armenovich Arutyunyan (1928 - 1999)
Ara Armenovich Arutyunyan
1928 - 1999
Marcos Grigorian (1925 - 2007)
Marcos Grigorian
1925 - 2007
Sergey Israelovich Hovsepyan (1947)
Sergey Israelovich Hovsepyan
1947
Ara Migranovich Sarksyan (1902 - 1969)
Ara Migranovich Sarksyan
1902 - 1969
Hovsep Pushman (1877 - 1966)
Hovsep Pushman
1877 - 1966
Martiros Saryan (1880 - 1972)
Martiros Saryan
1880 - 1972
Alexander Ovakimovich Grigoryan (1927 - 2008)
Alexander Ovakimovich Grigoryan
1927 - 2008
Oganes Mkrtichevich Zardaryan (1918 - 1992)
Oganes Mkrtichevich Zardaryan
1918 - 1992
Georgy Bogdanovich Yakulov (1884 - 1928)
Georgy Bogdanovich Yakulov
1884 - 1928
Arshile Gorky (1904 - 1948)
Arshile Gorky
1904 - 1948

Creators Socialist realism

Reikhan Ibrahim kyzy Topchibasheva (1905 - 1970)
Reikhan Ibrahim kyzy Topchibasheva
1905 - 1970
Alexander Tikhonovich Pushnin (1921 - 1991)
Alexander Tikhonovich Pushnin
1921 - 1991
Gevorg Stepanovich Grigoryan (1897 - 1976)
Gevorg Stepanovich Grigoryan
1897 - 1976
Mikhail Konstantinovich Anikushin (1917 - 1997)
Mikhail Konstantinovich Anikushin
1917 - 1997
Vladimir Evgenievich Pamfilov (1904 - 1970)
Vladimir Evgenievich Pamfilov
1904 - 1970
Fedor Stepanovich Pustovoitov (1912 - 1989)
Fedor Stepanovich Pustovoitov
1912 - 1989
Vladimir Alexandrovich Serov (1910 - 1968)
Vladimir Alexandrovich Serov
1910 - 1968
Leonid Yakovlevich Mezheritski (1930 - 2007)
Leonid Yakovlevich Mezheritski
1930 - 2007
Petr Vladimirovich Vil'yams (1902 - 1947)
Petr Vladimirovich Vil'yams
1902 - 1947
Leonid Ivanovich Chernov (1915 - 1990)
Leonid Ivanovich Chernov
1915 - 1990
Nikolai Ilyich Kofanov (1943 - 1998)
Nikolai Ilyich Kofanov
1943 - 1998
Irina Nikolaevna Karachakova-Kartina (1919 - 1989)
Irina Nikolaevna Karachakova-Kartina
1919 - 1989
Tamara Pavlovna Nechaeva (1922 - 2003)
Tamara Pavlovna Nechaeva
1922 - 2003
Victor Iosifovich Kotov (1927 - 1994)
Victor Iosifovich Kotov
1927 - 1994
Nikolay Ivanovich Getman (1917 - 2004)
Nikolay Ivanovich Getman
1917 - 2004
Victor Ashotovich Abramyan (1938 - 2008)
Victor Ashotovich Abramyan
1938 - 2008
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