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

Nikolay Ivanovich Sadyukov (1940)
Nikolay Ivanovich Sadyukov
1940
Alexander Dumchenko (1954)
Alexander Dumchenko
1954
Dmitry Pavlovich Krapivny (1900 - 1940)
Dmitry Pavlovich Krapivny
1900 - 1940
Grigory Ivanovich Ugryumov (1764 - 1823)
Grigory Ivanovich Ugryumov
1764 - 1823
Leonid Osipovich Pasternak (1862 - 1945)
Leonid Osipovich Pasternak
1862 - 1945
Léopold Survage (1879 - 1968)
Léopold Survage
1879 - 1968
Alexey Lukich Yushanov (1840 - 1866)
Alexey Lukich Yushanov
1840 - 1866
Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin (1876 - 1942)
Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
1876 - 1942
Wassily Wassilyevich Kandinsky (1866 - 1944)
Wassily Wassilyevich Kandinsky
1866 - 1944
Ivan Petrovich Argunov (1729 - 1802)
Ivan Petrovich Argunov
1729 - 1802
Vladimir Ivanovich Moshkov (1792 - 1839)
Vladimir Ivanovich Moshkov
1792 - 1839
Nikolai Mikhailovich Gushchin (1888 - 1965)
Nikolai Mikhailovich Gushchin
1888 - 1965
Pavel Fyodorovich Sudakov (1914 - 2010)
Pavel Fyodorovich Sudakov
1914 - 2010
Sergey Ivanovich Sedrac (1878 - 1974)
Sergey Ivanovich Sedrac
1878 - 1974
Peter Ivanovich Kotov (1889 - 1953)
Peter Ivanovich Kotov
1889 - 1953
Konstantin Mefodievich Maximov (1913 - 1994)
Konstantin Mefodievich Maximov
1913 - 1994

Creators Symbolism

Joan Brown (1938 - 1990)
Joan Brown
1938 - 1990
Osip Emilyevich Mandelstam (1891 - 1938)
Osip Emilyevich Mandelstam
1891 - 1938
Jean LurçatI (1892 - 1966)
Jean LurçatI
1892 - 1966
Leon Jan Wyczólkowski (1852 - 1936)
Leon Jan Wyczólkowski
1852 - 1936
Elisabeth Sonrel (1874 - 1953)
Elisabeth Sonrel
1874 - 1953
Florence Carlyle (1864 - 1923)
Florence Carlyle
1864 - 1923
Henri Eugène Le Sidaner (1862 - 1939)
Henri Eugène Le Sidaner
1862 - 1939
Niko Abramidis (1987)
Niko Abramidis
1987
Henry Ossawa Tanner (1859 - 1937)
Henry Ossawa Tanner
1859 - 1937
Konstantin Fyodorovich Bogaevsky (1872 - 1943)
Konstantin Fyodorovich Bogaevsky
1872 - 1943
Paul Marie Verlaine (1844 - 1896)
Paul Marie Verlaine
1844 - 1896
Eduard Moiseevich Puterbrot (1940 - 1993)
Eduard Moiseevich Puterbrot
1940 - 1993
Christian Thoelke (1973)
Christian Thoelke
1973
Victor Elpidiforovich Borisov-Musatov (1870 - 1905)
Victor Elpidiforovich Borisov-Musatov
1870 - 1905
Adam Bunsch (1896 - 1969)
Adam Bunsch
1896 - 1969
Werner Gfeller (1895 - 1985)
Werner Gfeller
1895 - 1985
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