Matvey Genrikhovich Manizer (1891 - 1966)

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Matvey Genrikhovich Manizer

Matvey Genrikhovich Manizer (Russian: Матвей Генрихович Манизер) was a distinguished Russian sculptor, celebrated for his contributions to socialist realism. Born on March 17, 1891, in Saint Petersburg, Manizer emerged from a family deeply rooted in the arts, his father being a renowned Baltic German artist. His educational journey at the Saint Petersburg State Artistic and Industrial Academy and the art school of the Peredvizhniki honed his skills, leading him to become a seminal figure in Soviet art. Manizer's move to Moscow in 1941 marked a pivotal phase in his career, where he continued to produce significant works that were distributed across the Soviet Union, including multiple portrayals of Lenin.

Manizer's style, deeply academic and realistic, was instrumental in capturing the ethos of an era, making him a key proponent of socialist realism. His monumental works, such as the Monument to V. Volodarsky in Leningrad and the series of 80 bronzes for the Moscow Metro station Ploshchad Revolyutsii, are testaments to his mastery and ideological commitment. His achievements earned him the title of People's Artist of the USSR in 1958, among other accolades, highlighting his influence in the Soviet art scene.

The legacy of Matvey Manizer is not just limited to his sculptures; it extends through his family, with his wife Yelena Yanson-Manizer and their son Gugo Manizer continuing the artistic tradition. Manizer's work remains a pivotal part of Russian cultural heritage, exhibited in various public spaces and commemorating figures and events that shaped Soviet history.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Manizer's work offers a deep dive into the artistic narratives of the 20th century, especially within the Soviet context. His sculptures serve as historical markers, blending artistic merit with ideological narratives. For those interested in exploring more about Manizer's contributions and his role in Soviet art, subscribing for updates on new product sales and auction events related to Matvey Genrikhovich Manizer is highly recommended. This subscription will keep you informed about opportunities to own a piece of this monumental artist's legacy​.

Date and place of birt:5 march 1891, St. Petersburg, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:20 december 1966, Moscow, USSR
Nationality:Russia, USSR, Russian Empire
Period of activity: XX century
Specialization:Educator, Monumentalist, Sculptor
Genre:History painting
Art style:Socialist realism
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Mania Mavro (1889 - 1969)
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Apollon Nikolaevich Mokritsky (1810 - 1870)
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Maria Nikolaevna Butrova (1905 - 1989)
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Pyotr Petrovich Konchalovsky (1876 - 1956)
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Viktor Mikhailovich Vasnetsov (1848 - 1926)
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Roman Osipovich Jakobson (Aliagrov) (1896 - 1982)
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Marc Chagall (1887 - 1985)
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Mihail Mikhailovich Chemiakin (1943)
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Alexander Nikolaevich Samokhvalov (1894 - 1971)
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Alexey Gavrilovich Venetsianov (1780 - 1847)
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Jean Lebedeff (1884 - 1972)
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Prokopii Ivanovich Dobrynin (1909 - 1966)
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Zurab Konstantinovich Tsereteli (1934)
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Valery Vladimirovich Vatenin (1933 - 1977)
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Mikhail Petrovich Staniouta (1881 - 1974)
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Yevgeny Viktorovich Vuchetich (1908 - 1974)
Yevgeny Viktorovich Vuchetich
1908 - 1974
Efrem Ivanovich Zverkov (1921 - 2012)
Efrem Ivanovich Zverkov
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Alexander Tikhonovich Pushnin (1921 - 1991)
Alexander Tikhonovich Pushnin
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Ksenia Nikolaevna Uspenskaya (1922 - 2019)
Ksenia Nikolaevna Uspenskaya
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Joseph Natanovich Zisman (1914 - 2004)
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Moisey Alexandrovich Feigin (1904 - 2008)
Moisey Alexandrovich Feigin
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Eduards Kalniņš (1904 - 1988)
Eduards Kalniņš
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Boris Vasilievich Korneev (1922 - 1973)
Boris Vasilievich Korneev
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Nikolai Nikolaevich Zhukov (1908 - 1973)
Nikolai Nikolaevich Zhukov
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Diego Rivera (1886 - 1957)
Diego Rivera
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Bronislav Dmitrievich Bystrushkin (1926 - 1977)
Bronislav Dmitrievich Bystrushkin
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