Sergey Timofeyevich Konenkov (1874 - 1971)

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Sergey Timofeyevich Konenkov

Sergey Timofeyevich Konenkov (Russian: Серге́й Тимофеевич Конёнков) was a Russian and Soviet sculptor, often hailed as "the Russian Rodin." Born into a peasant family in 1874 in the Smolensk region, he pursued his passion for art, studying at the Moscow School of Painting, Sculpture and Architecture, and later at the Academy of Arts. Konenkov's work was deeply influenced by his roots, leading to the creation of sculptures that blended Russian folklore with Hellenic and Russian culture​​​​.

Konenkov's career took a significant turn when he moved to the United States in 1923, where he stayed for 22 years. This period was marked by his exploration of biblical themes, creating renowned works that depicted Jesus Christ, Christian prophets, and apostles. His notable commission of a sculpture of Albert Einstein by Princeton University highlights his prominence during this period​​. Upon his return to the USSR under Stalin's directive, Konenkov continued his artistic endeavors, receiving numerous accolades including the golden star of the Hero of Socialist Labour and the order of Lenin​​​​.

His legacy includes a vast collection of works, with some of his most famous sculptures housed in the Tretyakov Gallery and the museum dedicated to his works in Smolensk, established posthumously in 1970. The museum's foundation was laid with forty of his creations, showcasing his significant contribution to Russian and Soviet art​​.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Konenkov's sculptures represent a unique fusion of cultural narratives and a testament to his innovative approach to sculpture. His works continue to be celebrated for their depth, creativity, and influence on the art world.

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Date and place of birt:10 july 1874, Верхние Караковичи, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:9 december 1971, Moscow, USSR
Nationality:Russia, USA, USSR, Russian Empire
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Graphic artist, Sculptor, Wood carver
Art school / group:Mir iskusstva, Union of Russian Artists
Genre:Portrait sculpture
Art style:Modern art, Socialist realism

Creators Russia

Ariadna Aleksandrovna Arendt (1906 - 1997)
Ariadna Aleksandrovna Arendt
1906 - 1997
Gavriil Nikitich Gorelov (1880 - 1966)
Gavriil Nikitich Gorelov
1880 - 1966
Dmitri Vladimirovich Vrubel (1960 - 2022)
Dmitri Vladimirovich Vrubel
1960 - 2022
Yury Pavlovich Annenkov (1889 - 1974)
Yury Pavlovich Annenkov
1889 - 1974
Georgy Konstantinovich Gurianov (1961 - 2013)
Georgy Konstantinovich Gurianov
1961 - 2013
Georges Lapchine (1885 - 1950)
Georges Lapchine
1885 - 1950
Georgy Evlampievich Nikolsky (1906 - 1973)
Georgy Evlampievich Nikolsky
1906 - 1973
Mikhail Fedorovich Baburin (1907 - 1984)
Mikhail Fedorovich Baburin
1907 - 1984
Nikolai Fedorovich Lapshin (1891 - 1942)
Nikolai Fedorovich Lapshin
1891 - 1942
Aleksey Il'ich Kravchenko (1889 - 1940)
Aleksey Il'ich Kravchenko
1889 - 1940
Gennady Stepanovich Rayshev (1934 - 2020)
Gennady Stepanovich Rayshev
1934 - 2020
Victor Kuzmich Teterin (1922 - 1991)
Victor Kuzmich Teterin
1922 - 1991
Nikolai Vasilyevich Nevrev (1830 - 1904)
Nikolai Vasilyevich Nevrev
1830 - 1904
 Erté (1892 - 1990)
Erté
1892 - 1990
Petr Vladimirovich Vil'yams (1902 - 1947)
Petr Vladimirovich Vil'yams
1902 - 1947
Oleg Konstantinovich Komov (1932 - 1994)
Oleg Konstantinovich Komov
1932 - 1994

Creators Modern art

Alexander Maxovich Shilov (1943)
Alexander Maxovich Shilov
1943
Jacek Malczewski (1854 - 1929)
Jacek Malczewski
1854 - 1929
Pavel Fyodorovich Sudakov (1914 - 2010)
Pavel Fyodorovich Sudakov
1914 - 2010
Nikolai Vasilievich Ovechkin (1929 - 1993)
Nikolai Vasilievich Ovechkin
1929 - 1993
Nikolay Stepanovich Borovsky (1930 - 1988)
Nikolay Stepanovich Borovsky
1930 - 1988
Dorothea Maetzel-Johannsen (1886 - 1930)
Dorothea Maetzel-Johannsen
1886 - 1930
Henri Louis Levasseur (1853 - 1934)
Henri Louis Levasseur
1853 - 1934
John Marin (1870 - 1953)
John Marin
1870 - 1953
Gennady Alexandrovich Daryin (1922 - 2012)
Gennady Alexandrovich Daryin
1922 - 2012
Elsie Henderson (1880 - 1967)
Elsie Henderson
1880 - 1967
Mikhail Vrubel (1856 - 1910)
Mikhail Vrubel
1856 - 1910
Clara Rühle (1885 - 1947)
Clara Rühle
1885 - 1947
Nikolai Ilyich Kofanov (1943 - 1998)
Nikolai Ilyich Kofanov
1943 - 1998
Walter Richard Sickert (1860 - 1942)
Walter Richard Sickert
1860 - 1942
Tamara Nikolaevna Bespalova-Mikhaleva (1912 - 1991)
Tamara Nikolaevna Bespalova-Mikhaleva
1912 - 1991
Nikolai Alekseevich Shapovalov (1927)
Nikolai Alekseevich Shapovalov
1927
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