Porfiry Nikitich Krylov (1902 - 1990)

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Porfiry Nikitich Krylov

Porfiry Nikitich Krylov (Russian: Порфирий Никитич Крылов), a prominent Soviet artist, is celebrated for his extensive contributions as a painter, graphic artist, and cartoonist. Born on August 22, 1902, in Tula, Russia, Krylov emerged as a key figure in the "Kukryniksy" collective, which he formed with Mikhail Kupriyanov and Nikolai Sokolov. This group gained fame for their incisive political cartoons and evocative book illustrations that captured the spirit and challenges of their times. Beyond his collaborative work, Krylov's solo endeavors showcased his ability to delve into a range of subjects through portraits, landscapes, and still lifes, often brought to life through his plein air painting sessions. His artistry earned him several accolades, including the People's Artist of the USSR in 1958, numerous Stalin Prizes during the 1940s and 1950s, and the Lenin Prize in 1965. Krylov passed away on May 15, 1990, in Moscow, leaving behind a legacy that continues to resonate in prestigious collections such as the State Tretyakov Gallery and the State Russian Museum.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, delving into Krylov's works presents a unique opportunity to explore the depths of Soviet artistic expression. His diverse body of work offers insights into the cultural and political dynamics of his time, making his pieces highly sought after in the art collection circuit.

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Date and place of birt:22 august 1902, Тула, Russia
Date and place of death:15 may 1990, Moscow, USSR
Nationality:Russia, USSR, Russian Empire
Period of activity: XX century
Specialization:Artist, Cartoonist, Graphic artist, Illustrator, Painter, Posterist
Art school / group:Kukryniksy
Genre:Caricature, Landscape painting, Portrait, Still life
Art style:Socialist realism
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Creators Russia

Moissey Kogan (1879 - 1943)
Moissey Kogan
1879 - 1943
Vasily Pavlovich Schreiber (1850 - 1905)
Vasily Pavlovich Schreiber
1850 - 1905
Isay Mikhaylovich Zeytman (1899 - 1996)
Isay Mikhaylovich Zeytman
1899 - 1996
Georges Pogedaieff (1894 - 1971)
Georges Pogedaieff
1894 - 1971
Gavriil Nikitich Gorelov (1880 - 1966)
Gavriil Nikitich Gorelov
1880 - 1966
Vladimir Yakovlevich Shcherban (1919 - 2005)
Vladimir Yakovlevich Shcherban
1919 - 2005
Sergey Merenkov (1976)
Sergey Merenkov
1976
Ivan Vasil'evich Chesky (1777 - 1848)
Ivan Vasil'evich Chesky
1777 - 1848
Antonin Ivanovich Soungouroff (1894 - 1976)
Antonin Ivanovich Soungouroff
1894 - 1976
Arkhip Ivanovich Kuindzhi (1842 - 1910)
Arkhip Ivanovich Kuindzhi
1842 - 1910
Rudolf Ferdinandovich Frentz (1831 - 1918)
Rudolf Ferdinandovich Frentz
1831 - 1918
Nina Nikolaevna Vatolina (1915 - 2002)
Nina Nikolaevna Vatolina
1915 - 2002
Alexander Dumchenko (1954)
Alexander Dumchenko
1954
Alexander Vasilyevich (Usto) Nikolaev (Mumin) (1897 - 1957)
Alexander Vasilyevich (Usto) Nikolaev (Mumin)
1897 - 1957
Andrey Nikolaevich Krasulin (1934)
Andrey Nikolaevich Krasulin
1934
Semen Fedorovich Shchedrin (1745 - 1804)
Semen Fedorovich Shchedrin
1745 - 1804

Creators Socialist realism

Nikolay Georgievich Kotov (1889 - 1968)
Nikolay Georgievich Kotov
1889 - 1968
Yakov Dorofeyevich Romas (1902 - 1969)
Yakov Dorofeyevich Romas
1902 - 1969
Zlata Nikolaevna Byzova (1927 - 2013)
Zlata Nikolaevna Byzova
1927 - 2013
Dementy Alekseyevich Shmarinov (1907 - 1999)
Dementy Alekseyevich Shmarinov
1907 - 1999
George Clair Tooker (1920 - 2011)
George Clair Tooker
1920 - 2011
Liubov Efimovna London (1924 - 2018)
Liubov Efimovna London
1924 - 2018
Margarita Evgenevna Permiak (1928 - 1973)
Margarita Evgenevna Permiak
1928 - 1973
Vasily Vasilievich Sokolov (1915 - 2013)
Vasily Vasilievich Sokolov
1915 - 2013
Sergei Kamanin (1915 - 2002)
Sergei Kamanin
1915 - 2002
Alexey Petrovich Pochtennyj (1895 - 1942)
Alexey Petrovich Pochtennyj
1895 - 1942
Theodor Theodorovich Herzen (1935 - 2003)
Theodor Theodorovich Herzen
1935 - 2003
Alexander Gavrilovich Budnikov (1914 - 1982)
Alexander Gavrilovich Budnikov
1914 - 1982
Armando Pizzinato (1910 - 2004)
Armando Pizzinato
1910 - 2004
Vladimir Fedorovich Tokarev (1918 - 1988)
Vladimir Fedorovich Tokarev
1918 - 1988
Georgy Dmitrievich Lavrov (1895 - 1991)
Georgy Dmitrievich Lavrov
1895 - 1991
Mikhail Mikhailovich Bozhiy (1911 - 1990)
Mikhail Mikhailovich Bozhiy
1911 - 1990
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