Peter Savvich Utkin (1877 - 1934)

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Peter Savvich Utkin

Peter Savvich Utkin (Russian: Пётр Саввич Уткин) was a distinguished Russian artist renowned for his contributions to the fields of painting and graphic design. Born on October 8, 1877, in Tambov, Utkin embarked on his artistic journey in Saratov before honing his skills at the Moscow School of Painting, Sculpture, and Architecture under the tutelage of eminent figures like Isaac Levitan, Konstantin Korovin, and Valentin Serov. His education laid the groundwork for a career that would intertwine with the evolution of Russian art in the early 20th century.

Utkin's artistic oeuvre is celebrated for its dreamlike quality and adherence to Symbolism, a movement that sought to express the ineffable aspects of human experience through allegory and mystical imagery. His paintings, such as "Sleep" and "Mirage," are imbued with a musicality and fantastical landscapes, often rendered in the symbolist-favored palette of blue and lilac tones. These works, characterized by their evocative titles and whimsical execution, established Utkin as a pivotal figure in Russian Symbolism. His decorative graphics adorned the pages of the "Golden Fleece" magazine, and his book illustrations, notably for Andrei Bely's "The Silver Dove," further exemplified his mastery and versatility.

Beyond his individual achievements, Utkin played a significant role in the artistic community, contributing to the organization of seminal exhibitions such as "Scarlet Rose" and "Blue Rose." His later years were devoted to teaching and creating in Saratov and Leningrad, leaving a legacy that continues to influence and inspire. Utkin's works, a testament to his skill and imagination, are held in high esteem, with collections residing in prestigious museums and galleries, serving as a bridge between past and present artistic endeavors.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Peter Savvich Utkin's body of work represents a unique intersection of cultural heritage and aesthetic innovation. His contributions to Russian Symbolism and the broader art world underscore the enduring relevance of his artistic vision. To stay informed about new product sales and auction events related to Utkin's work, we invite you to sign up for updates. This subscription is an invaluable resource for those looking to enrich their collections with pieces that encapsulate the essence of early 20th-century Russian art​​.

Date and place of birt:9 october 1877, Tambov, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:17 october 1934, St. Petersburg, USSR
Nationality:Russia
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Artist, Painter
Art school / group:Mir iskusstva
Genre:Landscape painting, Portrait, Still life
Art style:Symbolism

Creators Russia

Ilya Trofimovich Bogdesko (1923 - 2010)
Ilya Trofimovich Bogdesko
1923 - 2010
Victor Methodievich Luzanov (1938 - 2010)
Victor Methodievich Luzanov
1938 - 2010
Natalya Danko (1892 - 1942)
Natalya Danko
1892 - 1942
Constantin Westchiloff (1878 - 1945)
Constantin Westchiloff
1878 - 1945
Boris Fyodorovich Chaliapin (1904 - 1979)
Boris Fyodorovich Chaliapin
1904 - 1979
Natalya Vasil'evna Glebova (1951)
Natalya Vasil'evna Glebova
1951
Michael Vasilyevich Matyushin (1861 - 1934)
Michael Vasilyevich Matyushin
1861 - 1934
Nikolai Vladimirovich Sinezouboff (1891 - 1956)
Nikolai Vladimirovich Sinezouboff
1891 - 1956
Konstantin Nikolaevich Istomin (1887 - 1942)
Konstantin Nikolaevich Istomin
1887 - 1942
Mikhail Ivanovich Lebedev (1811 - 1837)
Mikhail Ivanovich Lebedev
1811 - 1837
Victor Kuzmich Teterin (1922 - 1991)
Victor Kuzmich Teterin
1922 - 1991
Vitaly Anatol'evich Komar (1943)
Vitaly Anatol'evich Komar
1943
Nikolai Suetin (1897 - 1954)
Nikolai Suetin
1897 - 1954
Vadim Georgievich Meller (1884 - 1962)
Vadim Georgievich Meller
1884 - 1962
Vladimir Efimovich Dubosarskii (1964)
Vladimir Efimovich Dubosarskii
1964
Ilya Sergeyevich Glazunov (1930 - 2017)
Ilya Sergeyevich Glazunov
1930 - 2017

Creators Symbolism

Ernest Cornélis Ary Renan (1857 - 1900)
Ernest Cornélis Ary Renan
1857 - 1900
Norbert Tadeusz (1940 - 2011)
Norbert Tadeusz
1940 - 2011
Ernest Joseph Laurent (1859 - 1929)
Ernest Joseph Laurent
1859 - 1929
Joris-Karl Huysmans (1848 - 1907)
Joris-Karl Huysmans
1848 - 1907
Eugène Carrière (1849 - 1906)
Eugène Carrière
1849 - 1906
Oswald Poetzelberger (1893 - 1966)
Oswald Poetzelberger
1893 - 1966
Vilhelm Hammershøi (1864 - 1916)
Vilhelm Hammershøi
1864 - 1916
Laurits Andersen Ring (1854 - 1933)
Laurits Andersen Ring
1854 - 1933
Jen Ray (1970)
Jen Ray
1970
Elihu Vedder (1836 - 1923)
Elihu Vedder
1836 - 1923
Petr Ignatevich Bromirskii (1886 - 1919)
Petr Ignatevich Bromirskii
1886 - 1919
Johann Georg Müller (1913 - 1986)
Johann Georg Müller
1913 - 1986
Marcel Rieder (1862 - 1942)
Marcel Rieder
1862 - 1942
Olga Lyudvigovna Della-Vos-Kardovskaya (1875 - 1952)
Olga Lyudvigovna Della-Vos-Kardovskaya
1875 - 1952
Albert Samain (1858 - 1900)
Albert Samain
1858 - 1900
Florian Quistrebert (1976)
Florian Quistrebert
1976
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