Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin (1876 - 1942)

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Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin

Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin (Russian: Ива́н Я́ковлевич Били́бин) was a Russian illustrator, stage designer, and teacher, famed for his fairy tale illustrations and stage designs that drew heavily from Russian folklore and traditional art. Born in 1876 in St. Petersburg and passing away in 1942 during the Siege of Leningrad, Bilibin's career spanned a period of great change in Russia, from the pre-revolutionary times through to the Soviet era. His work is celebrated for its intricate detail, vibrant colors, and deep homage to Slavic myths and legends​.

Bilibin's journey into the world of art and folklore began after his studies at the St. Petersburg University and the Munich art school. He was deeply influenced by Russian folklore, as well as modern French and Japanese art. This amalgamation of influences resulted in a unique style that made his work stand out. His illustrations for Russian folk tales, such as "The Frog Princess," "Vasilisa the Beautiful," and "Marya Morevna," are among his most celebrated works, encapsulating the essence of Russian narrative traditions​​.

Bilibin's career was not confined to illustration. He made significant contributions to the world of theater, designing sets for operas and ballets that further entrenched his reputation. His work took him beyond Russia, with periods spent in Egypt and France, where he continued to produce work for the Russian émigré and European communities. Despite the political turmoil of his time, Bilibin remained deeply connected to his roots, returning to Soviet Russia in 1936, where he continued his artistic and academic pursuits until his death in 1942​​​​​​.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Bilibin's works represent a bridge between the mystical past and the artistic innovations of the early 20th century. His legacy is preserved in museums and galleries worldwide, offering a glimpse into a world where folklore and art intertwine.

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Date and place of birt:16 august 1876, Тарховка, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:7 february 1942, St. Petersburg, USSR
Nationality:Russia, USSR, Russian Empire
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Artist, Decorator, Illustrator, Painter
Art school / group:Mir iskusstva, Union of Russian Artists
Genre:Mythological painting
Art style:Art Nouveau, Modern art

Creators Russia

Ivan Nikolaevich Kramskoi (1837 - 1887)
Ivan Nikolaevich Kramskoi
1837 - 1887
Igor Vladimirovich Radoman (1921 - 1992)
Igor Vladimirovich Radoman
1921 - 1992
Nikolai Yakovlevich Bout (1928 - 1989)
Nikolai Yakovlevich Bout
1928 - 1989
Dmitry Antonovich Kolupaev (1883 - 1954)
Dmitry Antonovich Kolupaev
1883 - 1954
Aleksandr Emmanuilovich Belenson (1890 - 1949)
Aleksandr Emmanuilovich Belenson
1890 - 1949
Olga Afanasevna Glebova-Sudeykina (1885 - 1945)
Olga Afanasevna Glebova-Sudeykina
1885 - 1945
Joseph Natanovich Zisman (1914 - 2004)
Joseph Natanovich Zisman
1914 - 2004
Olga Vasilievna Bulgakova (1951)
Olga Vasilievna Bulgakova
1951
Ivan Tarasovich Sandyrev (1932 - 2002)
Ivan Tarasovich Sandyrev
1932 - 2002
Ernst Iosifovich Neizvestny (1925 - 2016)
Ernst Iosifovich Neizvestny
1925 - 2016
Elena Dmitrievna Polenova (1850 - 1898)
Elena Dmitrievna Polenova
1850 - 1898
Nikolai Mikhailovich Romadin (1903 - 1987)
Nikolai Mikhailovich Romadin
1903 - 1987
Sergey Dmitrievich Merkurov (1881 - 1952)
Sergey Dmitrievich Merkurov
1881 - 1952
Arcady Sergeevich Vysheslavtsev (1819 - 1889)
Arcady Sergeevich Vysheslavtsev
1819 - 1889
Mikhail Pavlovich Ivanov-Radkevich (1901 - 1990)
Mikhail Pavlovich Ivanov-Radkevich
1901 - 1990
Elizabeth Vigee Le Brun (1755 - 1842)
Elizabeth Vigee Le Brun
1755 - 1842

Creators Art Nouveau

Osamu Nakajima (1937 - 2013)
Osamu Nakajima
1937 - 2013
Ernst Huber (1895 - 1960)
Ernst Huber
1895 - 1960
Amanda Watt (1960)
Amanda Watt
1960
Walter Gropius (1883 - 1969)
Walter Gropius
1883 - 1969
Anton Maringer (1902 - 1974)
Anton Maringer
1902 - 1974
Henry Golden Dearth (1864 - 1919)
Henry Golden Dearth
1864 - 1919
Oskar Erich Hösel (1869 - 1953)
Oskar Erich Hösel
1869 - 1953
Richard Lindner (1901 - 1978)
Richard Lindner
1901 - 1978
Peter Tereszczuk (1875 - 1963)
Peter Tereszczuk
1875 - 1963
Lorenz Bösken (1891 - 1967)
Lorenz Bösken
1891 - 1967
Osip Emmanuilovich Braz (1873 - 1936)
Osip Emmanuilovich Braz
1873 - 1936
Marcel Breuer (1902 - 1981)
Marcel Breuer
1902 - 1981
Wilhelm Kotarbiński (1848 - 1921)
Wilhelm Kotarbiński
1848 - 1921
Isaak Izrailevich Brodsky (1884 - 1939)
Isaak Izrailevich Brodsky
1884 - 1939
Isamu Noguchi (1904 - 1988)
Isamu Noguchi
1904 - 1988
Joseph Frank (1885 - 1967)
Joseph Frank
1885 - 1967