Nikolai Petrovich Feofilaktov (1876 - 1941)

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Nikolai Petrovich Feofilaktov

Nikolai Petrovich Feofilaktov (Russian: Николай Петрович Феофилактов) was a Russian graphic artist and a prominent figure in the Moscow art Nouveau and symbolism movements. Born in Moscow in 1878, Feofilaktov was a self-taught artist in painting and music, deeply influenced by Mikhail Vrubel and the graphics of Western European Jugendstil. Notably, in 1904, he participated in the "Scarlet Rose" exhibition, establishing connections with the "Blue Rose" artists and participating in their exhibitions. Feofilaktov was notably influenced by the work of Aubrey Beardsley, earning him the nickname "Moscow Beardsley" or "bergsmannen" due to his intricate and diletante style. His graphic work, characterized by its whimsical and slightly naive depiction of morbid fantasies, masks, and mythical creatures, was well-received for its artistic merit and distinctive Moscow style plasticity​​.

After 1910, Feofilaktov's popularity waned, and he shifted his focus to painting, working in the publishing house "Academia" from 1933 to 1937. His early success was marked by his association with the magazine "Vesy" and the Symbolist movement in Moscow, showcasing his ability to blend graphic art with literary culture. Feofilaktov's work was a critical reflection of the spirit and aspirations of Russian symbolism's "second wave," highlighting his significant contributions to Russian graphic art and symbolist literature​​.

Feofilaktov's artworks have been recognized and valued in the art market, with his pieces being auctioned and collected internationally. This recognition underscores the enduring appeal and historical significance of his contributions to Russian art and symbolism​​.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Nikolai Petrovich Feofilaktov's work represents a unique blend of Russian symbolism and Moscow art Nouveau, making his pieces highly sought after. His influence on and contributions to the Russian art scene during a pivotal period in its development continue to be celebrated and studied. To stay updated on new product sales and auction events related to Feofilaktov, sign up for updates. This subscription will ensure that you are informed about opportunities to acquire works by this distinguished artist.

Date and place of birt:13 april 1876, Moscow, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:9 february 1941, Moscow, USSR
Nationality:Russia
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Graphic artist, Illustrator, Painter
Art school / group:Mir iskusstva
Genre:Landscape painting, Mythological painting, Portrait
Art style:Modern art, Symbolism

Creators Russia

Nina Henrichovna Genke-Meller (1893 - 1954)
Nina Henrichovna Genke-Meller
1893 - 1954
Pyotr Vasilievich Basin (1793 - 1877)
Pyotr Vasilievich Basin
1793 - 1877
Fransisko Infante-Arana (1943)
Fransisko Infante-Arana
1943
Aleksandr Borisovich Kusikov (1896 - 1977)
Aleksandr Borisovich Kusikov
1896 - 1977
Georgy Alexandrovich Pesis (1929 - 1980)
Georgy Alexandrovich Pesis
1929 - 1980
Tatyana Georgievna Bruni (1902 - 2001)
Tatyana Georgievna Bruni
1902 - 2001
Petr Gergardovich Dik (1939 - 2002)
Petr Gergardovich Dik
1939 - 2002
Alexandra Feliksovna Tokareva (1926 - 2015)
Alexandra Feliksovna Tokareva
1926 - 2015
Vladimir Konstantinovich Vasiltsov (1932 - 2002)
Vladimir Konstantinovich Vasiltsov
1932 - 2002
Stepan Fedorovitch Kolesnikoff (1879 - 1955)
Stepan Fedorovitch Kolesnikoff
1879 - 1955
Alexander Vasilyevich (Usto) Nikolaev (Mumin) (1897 - 1957)
Alexander Vasilyevich (Usto) Nikolaev (Mumin)
1897 - 1957
Valery Nikolaevich Lukka (1945)
Valery Nikolaevich Lukka
1945
Yuriy Sobolev (1928 - 2002)
Yuriy Sobolev
1928 - 2002
Rikhard Rudolfovich Vasmi (1929 - 1998)
Rikhard Rudolfovich Vasmi
1929 - 1998
Yakov Vladimirovich Apushkin (1899 - 1989)
Yakov Vladimirovich Apushkin
1899 - 1989
Genia Minache (1906 - 1972)
Genia Minache
1906 - 1972

Creators Modern art

Lawren Stewart Harris (1885 - 1970)
Lawren Stewart Harris
1885 - 1970
Constantin Brâncuși (1876 - 1957)
Constantin Brâncuși
1876 - 1957
Naum Gabo (1890 - 1977)
Naum Gabo
1890 - 1977
Moshe Castel (1909 - 1991)
Moshe Castel
1909 - 1991
Dmitry Isidorovich Mitrohin (1883 - 1973)
Dmitry Isidorovich Mitrohin
1883 - 1973
Heinrich Gottselig (1884 - 1935)
Heinrich Gottselig
1884 - 1935
Alexander Calder (1898 - 1976)
Alexander Calder
1898 - 1976
Il'ya L'vovich Tabenkin (1914 - 1988)
Il'ya L'vovich Tabenkin
1914 - 1988
Oscar Florianus Bluemner (1867 - 1938)
Oscar Florianus Bluemner
1867 - 1938
C. K. (Nair) Ra (Ramakrishnan) (1917 - 1994)
C. K. (Nair) Ra (Ramakrishnan)
1917 - 1994
Theophile-Alexander Steinlen (1859 - 1923)
Theophile-Alexander Steinlen
1859 - 1923
Xul Solar (1887 - 1963)
Xul Solar
1887 - 1963
Rudolf Kuhlmann (1901 - 1976)
Rudolf Kuhlmann
1901 - 1976
Shiy De-jinn (1923 - 1981)
Shiy De-jinn
1923 - 1981
Max Ernst Haefeli (1901 - 1976)
Max Ernst Haefeli
1901 - 1976
Félicien Rops (1833 - 1898)
Félicien Rops
1833 - 1898