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

Leonid Vasilievich Ptitsyn (1929 - 2017)
Leonid Vasilievich Ptitsyn
1929 - 2017
Elie Anatole Pavil (1873 - 1948)
Elie Anatole Pavil
1873 - 1948
Aleksandr Yakovlevich Golovin (1863 - 1930)
Aleksandr Yakovlevich Golovin
1863 - 1930
Dmitry Pavlovich Krapivny (1900 - 1940)
Dmitry Pavlovich Krapivny
1900 - 1940
Olga Vasilievna Bulgakova (1951)
Olga Vasilievna Bulgakova
1951
Gleb Vladimirovich Derujinsky (1888 - 1975)
Gleb Vladimirovich Derujinsky
1888 - 1975
Efrem Ivanovich Zverkov (1921 - 2012)
Efrem Ivanovich Zverkov
1921 - 2012
Ignaty Ignatyevich Nivinsky (1881 - 1933)
Ignaty Ignatyevich Nivinsky
1881 - 1933
Iraida Ivanovna Fomina (1906 - 1964)
Iraida Ivanovna Fomina
1906 - 1964
Sergei Kamanin (1915 - 2002)
Sergei Kamanin
1915 - 2002
Vladimir Davidovich Baranov-Rossiné (1888 - 1944)
Vladimir Davidovich Baranov-Rossiné
1888 - 1944
Lavr Kuzmich Plakhov (1810 - 1881)
Lavr Kuzmich Plakhov
1810 - 1881
Yury Konstantinovich Burdzhelyan (1921 - 2008)
Yury Konstantinovich Burdzhelyan
1921 - 2008
Nikolay Dem'yanovich Gritsyuk (1922 - 1976)
Nikolay Dem'yanovich Gritsyuk
1922 - 1976
Leonid Gershovich Krivitsky (1932 - 2015)
Leonid Gershovich Krivitsky
1932 - 2015
Olga Aleksandrovna Pobedova (Rukavishnikova) (1947)
Olga Aleksandrovna Pobedova (Rukavishnikova)
1947

Creators Symbolism

Boris Izrailevich Anisfeld (1878 - 1973)
Boris Izrailevich Anisfeld
1878 - 1973
Julius Paulsen (1860 - 1940)
Julius Paulsen
1860 - 1940
Valentine Walter Bromley (1848 - 1877)
Valentine Walter Bromley
1848 - 1877
Romaine Brooks (1874 - 1970)
Romaine Brooks
1874 - 1970
Stepan Petrovich Yaremich (1869 - 1939)
Stepan Petrovich Yaremich
1869 - 1939
Ludwig von Löfftz (1845 - 1910)
Ludwig von Löfftz
1845 - 1910
Herbert James Draper (1863 - 1920)
Herbert James Draper
1863 - 1920
Vojtěch Kovařík (1993)
Vojtěch Kovařík
1993
Georg Janny (1864 - 1935)
Georg Janny
1864 - 1935
Mai Volfovich Dantsig (1930 - 2017)
Mai Volfovich Dantsig
1930 - 2017
Klaus Rinke (1939)
Klaus Rinke
1939
Jan Frans De Boever (1872 - 1949)
Jan Frans De Boever
1872 - 1949
Lydia Nikandrovna Verkhovskaya (1882 - 1919)
Lydia Nikandrovna Verkhovskaya
1882 - 1919
Henry Fuseli (1741 - 1825)
Henry Fuseli
1741 - 1825
Ernst Marow (1934 - 2018)
Ernst Marow
1934 - 2018
Mary Shelley (1797 - 1851)
Mary Shelley
1797 - 1851
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