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

Vladimir Nikolaevich Gavrilov (1923 - 1970)
Vladimir Nikolaevich Gavrilov
1923 - 1970
Alexey Lukich Yushanov (1840 - 1866)
Alexey Lukich Yushanov
1840 - 1866
Mikhail Osipovich Mikeshin (1835 - 1896)
Mikhail Osipovich Mikeshin
1835 - 1896
Ivan Ivanovich Chorny (1925 - 2008)
Ivan Ivanovich Chorny
1925 - 2008
Gennady Alexandrovich Daryin (1922 - 2012)
Gennady Alexandrovich Daryin
1922 - 2012
Tаtyana Nylоvna Yablonskaya (1917 - 2005)
Tаtyana Nylоvna Yablonskaya
1917 - 2005
Iulian Mitrofanovich Rukavishnikov (1922 - 2000)
Iulian Mitrofanovich Rukavishnikov
1922 - 2000
Sergey Ivanovich (Serge) Charchoune (1888 - 1975)
Sergey Ivanovich (Serge) Charchoune
1888 - 1975
Maharbek Safarovich Tuganov (1881 - 1952)
Maharbek Safarovich Tuganov
1881 - 1952
Sergei Aramaisovich Essaian (1939 - 2007)
Sergei Aramaisovich Essaian
1939 - 2007
Andrei Vladimirovich Vasnetsov (1924 - 2009)
Andrei Vladimirovich Vasnetsov
1924 - 2009
Richard Bergholz (1865 - 1920)
Richard Bergholz
1865 - 1920
Alexei Fedorovich Pakhomov (1900 - 1973)
Alexei Fedorovich Pakhomov
1900 - 1973
Sergey Vasilyevich Ivanov (1864 - 1910)
Sergey Vasilyevich Ivanov
1864 - 1910
Yuri Albert (1959)
Yuri Albert
1959
Andrey Ivanovich Ivanov (1775 - 1848)
Andrey Ivanovich Ivanov
1775 - 1848

Creators Art Nouveau

Alfred Heinrich Pellegrini (1881 - 1958)
Alfred Heinrich Pellegrini
1881 - 1958
Bencho Yordanov Obreshkov (1899 - 1970)
Bencho Yordanov Obreshkov
1899 - 1970
Nikolai Ivanovich Fechin (1881 - 1955)
Nikolai Ivanovich Fechin
1881 - 1955
Albert Paris Gütersloh (1887 - 1973)
Albert Paris Gütersloh
1887 - 1973
Michel Fingesten (1884 - 1943)
Michel Fingesten
1884 - 1943
Paolo Venini (1895 - 1959)
Paolo Venini
1895 - 1959
Giorgio de Chirico (1888 - 1978)
Giorgio de Chirico
1888 - 1978
Ferdinand Kitt (1887 - 1961)
Ferdinand Kitt
1887 - 1961
Moses Levy (1885 - 1968)
Moses Levy
1885 - 1968
Ángel María de Rosa (1888 - 1970)
Ángel María de Rosa
1888 - 1970
Berta Fischer (1973)
Berta Fischer
1973
Arturo Martini (1889 - 1947)
Arturo Martini
1889 - 1947
Kate Lassen (1880 - 1956)
Kate Lassen
1880 - 1956
Magnus Weidemann (1880 - 1967)
Magnus Weidemann
1880 - 1967
Johannes Sack (1890 - 1958)
Johannes Sack
1890 - 1958
Arthur Beecher Carles (1882 - 1952)
Arthur Beecher Carles
1882 - 1952