Mikhail Konstantinovich Anikushin (1917 - 1997)

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Mikhail Konstantinovich Anikushin

Mikhail Konstantinovich Anikushin (Russian: Михаил Константинович Аникушин) was a Soviet and Russian sculptor, celebrated for his monumental works that have left a lasting legacy in the art world. Born on September 19, 1917, in Moscow, Anikushin's sculptures are a testament to his profound skill and dedication to depicting historical and cultural figures with a dynamic expressiveness that brought them to life. His most notable works include monuments dedicated to Alexander Pushkin, found at the Pushkinskaya Station of the Saint Petersburg Metro and Arts Square in Saint Petersburg, as well as a monument to Vladimir Lenin at Moskovskaya Square in Saint Petersburg​.

Anikushin's career was distinguished not only by his artistic achievements but also by the honors he received, reflecting the impact of his work on Russian culture. He was awarded the title of "Honored Artist of the RSFSR" in 1957, "People's Artist of the USSR" in 1963, and became a full member (academician) of the Russian Academy of Arts in 1962. His dedication to capturing the spirit and essence of his subjects, particularly Alexander Pushkin and Vladimir Lenin, showcases his innovative approach to sculpture, moving beyond traditional standards to depict his subjects in active, dynamic poses​.

The Presidential Library collection dedicated to Anikushin commemorates the 100th anniversary of his birth, highlighting his significant contributions to Russian sculpture in the 20th century. Anikushin's works are integral to the aesthetic and cultural landscape of Leningrad (now Saint Petersburg), contributing to the city's historical and artistic identity. The collection also emphasizes his role in the community, including his public service and the enduring influence of his artistic vision on generations to come​​.

Collectors and experts in art and antiques recognize Mikhail Konstantinovich Anikushin not only for his technical prowess but also for his ability to imbue his sculptures with a sense of movement and emotional depth that resonates with viewers. His works remain landmarks, celebrated both in Russia and internationally, for their contribution to the cultural heritage.

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Date and place of birt:19 september 1917, Moscow, Russia
Date and place of death:18 may 1997, St. Petersburg, Russia
Nationality:Russia, USSR
Period of activity: XX century
Specialization:Educator, Monumentalist, Public figure, Sculptor
Genre:Portrait sculpture
Art style:Socialist realism

Creators Russia

Yuri Petrovich Kugach (1917 - 2013)
Yuri Petrovich Kugach
1917 - 2013
Jan Julianovich Kryzhevsky (1948)
Jan Julianovich Kryzhevsky
1948
Ivan Petrovich Argunov (1729 - 1802)
Ivan Petrovich Argunov
1729 - 1802
Fransisko Infante-Arana (1943)
Fransisko Infante-Arana
1943
Pavel Dmitrievich Shirokov (1893 - 1963)
Pavel Dmitrievich Shirokov
1893 - 1963
Naum L'vovich Aronson (1872 - 1943)
Naum L'vovich Aronson
1872 - 1943
Tаtyana Nylоvna Yablonskaya (1917 - 2005)
Tаtyana Nylоvna Yablonskaya
1917 - 2005
Olga Borisovna Bogayevskaya (1915 - 2000)
Olga Borisovna Bogayevskaya
1915 - 2000
Alexander Ivanovich Dmitriev-Mamonov (1788 - 1836)
Alexander Ivanovich Dmitriev-Mamonov
1788 - 1836
Il'ya Semenovich Ostroukhov (1858 - 1929)
Il'ya Semenovich Ostroukhov
1858 - 1929
Vladimir Evgenievich Pamfilov (1904 - 1970)
Vladimir Evgenievich Pamfilov
1904 - 1970
Bartolomeo Karlo Rastrelli (1675 - 1744)
Bartolomeo Karlo Rastrelli
1675 - 1744
Nikolai Pavlovich Ryabushinsky (1877 - 1950)
Nikolai Pavlovich Ryabushinsky
1877 - 1950
Anatoly Stepanovich Slepyshev (1932 - 2016)
Anatoly Stepanovich Slepyshev
1932 - 2016
Aleksandr Ivanovich Laktionov (1910 - 1972)
Aleksandr Ivanovich Laktionov
1910 - 1972
Mario Botta (1943)
Mario Botta
1943

Creators Socialist realism

Konstantin Karpovich Shelkovenko (1920 - 2004)
Konstantin Karpovich Shelkovenko
1920 - 2004
Konstantin Mikhailovich Lepilov (1879 - 1941)
Konstantin Mikhailovich Lepilov
1879 - 1941
Sergei Aleksandrovich Fediaev (1935)
Sergei Aleksandrovich Fediaev
1935
Tatiana Georgievna Veltsen (1930 - 1968)
Tatiana Georgievna Veltsen
1930 - 1968
Ivan Ivanovich Lavsky (1919 - 1977)
Ivan Ivanovich Lavsky
1919 - 1977
Boris Ivanovich Prorokov (1911 - 1972)
Boris Ivanovich Prorokov
1911 - 1972
Stepan Meliksetovich Agadzhanyan (1863 - 1940)
Stepan Meliksetovich Agadzhanyan
1863 - 1940
Nikolai Bagratovich Nikoghosyan (1918 - 2018)
Nikolai Bagratovich Nikoghosyan
1918 - 2018
Alexander Mikhailovich Semyonov (1922 - 1984)
Alexander Mikhailovich Semyonov
1922 - 1984
Mikhail Mikhailovich Bozhiy (1911 - 1990)
Mikhail Mikhailovich Bozhiy
1911 - 1990
Olga Mikhailovna Bogdanova (1921 - 2006)
Olga Mikhailovna Bogdanova
1921 - 2006
Boris Vasilievich Korneev (1922 - 1973)
Boris Vasilievich Korneev
1922 - 1973
Aleksandr Ivanovich Laktionov (1910 - 1972)
Aleksandr Ivanovich Laktionov
1910 - 1972
Lyubov Alekseevna Zotikova (1924 - 2010)
Lyubov Alekseevna Zotikova
1924 - 2010
Pavel Fyodorovich Sudakov (1914 - 2010)
Pavel Fyodorovich Sudakov
1914 - 2010
Marta Dmitrievna Zhitkova (1928 - 2012)
Marta Dmitrievna Zhitkova
1928 - 2012
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