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

Richard Bergholz (1865 - 1920)
Richard Bergholz
1865 - 1920
Nikolay Ivanovich Kul'bin (1868 - 1917)
Nikolay Ivanovich Kul'bin
1868 - 1917
Zaven Petrosovich Arshakuni (1932 - 2012)
Zaven Petrosovich Arshakuni
1932 - 2012
Ivan Semyonovich Chuikov (1935 - 2020)
Ivan Semyonovich Chuikov
1935 - 2020
Anatoly Afanasyevich Arapov (1876 - 1949)
Anatoly Afanasyevich Arapov
1876 - 1949
Mikhail Arsentyevich Matorin (1905 - 2002)
Mikhail Arsentyevich Matorin
1905 - 2002
Stanislav Mikhailovich Nikireev (1932 - 2007)
Stanislav Mikhailovich Nikireev
1932 - 2007
Anatoly Timofeevich Zverev (1931 - 1986)
Anatoly Timofeevich Zverev
1931 - 1986
Simkha Faibusovich Simkhovitch (1885 - 1949)
Simkha Faibusovich Simkhovitch
1885 - 1949
Efrem Ivanovich Zverkov (1921 - 2012)
Efrem Ivanovich Zverkov
1921 - 2012
Vasily Alexeyevich Vatagin (1884 - 1969)
Vasily Alexeyevich Vatagin
1884 - 1969
Andrey Ivanovich Plotnov (1916 - 1997)
Andrey Ivanovich Plotnov
1916 - 1997
Léopold Survage (1879 - 1968)
Léopold Survage
1879 - 1968
Nina Nikolaevna Vatolina (1915 - 2002)
Nina Nikolaevna Vatolina
1915 - 2002
Evgeny Alexandrovich Tikhmenev (1869 - 1934)
Evgeny Alexandrovich Tikhmenev
1869 - 1934
Leonid Vasilievich Ptitsyn (1929 - 2017)
Leonid Vasilievich Ptitsyn
1929 - 2017

Creators Modern art

Rudolph Tegner (1873 - 1950)
Rudolph Tegner
1873 - 1950
Jean Luce (1895 - 1964)
Jean Luce
1895 - 1964
Fritz Haller (1924 - 2012)
Fritz Haller
1924 - 2012
Adolf Friedrich Bechly (1918 - 2005)
Adolf Friedrich Bechly
1918 - 2005
Otto Bauriedl (1881 - 1961)
Otto Bauriedl
1881 - 1961
Lill Tschudi (1911 - 2004)
Lill Tschudi
1911 - 2004
Chafic Abboud (1926 - 2004)
Chafic Abboud
1926 - 2004
Barnett Newman (1905 - 1970)
Barnett Newman
1905 - 1970
Herbert Rolf Schlegel (1889 - 1972)
Herbert Rolf Schlegel
1889 - 1972
Carl Emil Uphoff (1885 - 1971)
Carl Emil Uphoff
1885 - 1971
Mary Fedden (1915 - 2012)
Mary Fedden
1915 - 2012
Peter Brüning (1929 - 1970)
Peter Brüning
1929 - 1970
Bernhard Pankok (1872 - 1943)
Bernhard Pankok
1872 - 1943
Uwe Kowski (1963)
Uwe Kowski
1963
Georges de Feure (1868 - 1943)
Georges de Feure
1868 - 1943
Philippe Robert (1881 - 1930)
Philippe Robert
1881 - 1930