Vytautas Jurkūnas (1910 - 1993)

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Vytautas Jurkūnas

Vytautas Jurkūnas (Russian: Витаутас Юркунас) was a Lithuanian graphic artist, celebrated for his distinctive approach to printmaking and book illustration. Born in 1910 in Vindeikiai, he carved out a significant presence in the Lithuanian art scene from the interwar period through to the late 20th century, until his death in 1993 in Vilnius. Jurkūnas' education at the Kaunas School of Art laid the groundwork for a career that spanned teaching at the Vilnius Art Institute, where he influenced generations of artists, and exploring a wide array of graphic techniques, notably in linocut and wood engraving​​.

His early works, such as "Mother with Child" (1935) and the "Fishermen" series (1937-1939), showcase a unique style characterized by expressive lines, dynamic strokes, and a blend of realism with abstraction. During WWII, Jurkūnas produced compelling compositions reflecting the brutality of war, which added depth to his portfolio of socially and politically charged themes​​. Post-war, he gained renown for his book illustrations, employing linocut and wood engraving techniques to create images that resonated deeply with the textual narratives they accompanied. Notably, his illustrations for Kristijonas Donelaitis' "The Seasons" received significant acclaim​.

Jurkūnas' contributions to Lithuanian graphic art are preserved in the collections of the National M. K. Čiurlionis Art Museum, the Lithuanian National Museum, and internationally, showcasing his enduring legacy. His work received the LSSR State Prize in 1957, marking a high point in his career and affirming his status as a pivotal figure in Lithuanian art​.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Vytautas Jurkūnas' oeuvre offers a compelling study in the evolution of Lithuanian graphic art, with works that reflect the socio-political landscape of his time and his mastery of graphic techniques. To stay updated on exhibitions and auctions featuring Vytautas Jurkūnas' works, sign up for updates. These subscriptions provide insights into new sales and events dedicated to his legacy, offering a unique opportunity to engage with the rich history of Lithuanian art​​.

Date and place of birt:1 june 1910, Vindeikiai, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:5 october 1993, Vilnius, Lithuania
Nationality:Lithuania, USSR, Russian Empire
Period of activity: XX century
Specialization:Educator, Engraver, Graphic artist, Illustrator, Painter, Wood carver
Genre:Genre art
Art style:Socialist realism

Creators Lithuania

Siegfried Jonas (1909 - 1949)
Siegfried Jonas
1909 - 1949
Jan Rustem (1762 - 1835)
Jan Rustem
1762 - 1835
William Zorach (1887 - 1966)
William Zorach
1887 - 1966
Jоzef Oleszkiewicz (1777 - 1830)
Jоzef Oleszkiewicz
1777 - 1830
Sofija Veiveryte (1926 - 2009)
Sofija Veiveryte
1926 - 2009
José Gurvich (1927 - 1974)
José Gurvich
1927 - 1974
Yaroslav Sergeevich Nikolaev (1899 - 1978)
Yaroslav Sergeevich Nikolaev
1899 - 1978
Justinas Venozhinskis (1886 - 1960)
Justinas Venozhinskis
1886 - 1960
Giovanni Pietro Perti (Peretti) (1648 - 1714)
Giovanni Pietro Perti (Peretti)
1648 - 1714
Alexander Slendzinsky (1803 - 1878)
Alexander Slendzinsky
1803 - 1878
Lucia Balzukevich (1887 - 1976)
Lucia Balzukevich
1887 - 1976
John Gleich (1879 - 1927)
John Gleich
1879 - 1927
Jazep Mikhailovich Gorid (1896 - 1939)
Jazep Mikhailovich Gorid
1896 - 1939
Julius Alexander Rappoport (1864 - 1916)
Julius Alexander Rappoport
1864 - 1916
Gediminas Albinovich Yokubonis (1927 - 2006)
Gediminas Albinovich Yokubonis
1927 - 2006
Moisey Zeligovich Levin (1895 - 1946)
Moisey Zeligovich Levin
1895 - 1946

Creators Socialist realism

Mikhail Isakovich Weinstein (1940 - 1981)
Mikhail Isakovich Weinstein
1940 - 1981
Mikhail Georgievich Abakumov (1948 - 2010)
Mikhail Georgievich Abakumov
1948 - 2010
Vasily Nikolaevich Basov (1918 - 1962)
Vasily Nikolaevich Basov
1918 - 1962
Pavel Matveyevich Gorobets (1905 - 1974)
Pavel Matveyevich Gorobets
1905 - 1974
Maria Vladimirovna Lomakina (1896 - 1964)
Maria Vladimirovna Lomakina
1896 - 1964
Alexander Sergeevich Kulagin (1925 - 2011)
Alexander Sergeevich Kulagin
1925 - 2011
Bronislav Dmitrievich Bystrushkin (1926 - 1977)
Bronislav Dmitrievich Bystrushkin
1926 - 1977
Aleksei Aleksandrovich Skvortsov (1891 - 1977)
Aleksei Aleksandrovich Skvortsov
1891 - 1977
Sergei Efimovich Zakharov (1900 - 1993)
Sergei Efimovich Zakharov
1900 - 1993
Vladimir Alexandrovich Gorb (1903 - 1988)
Vladimir Alexandrovich Gorb
1903 - 1988
Nguyễn Sáng (1923 - 1988)
Nguyễn Sáng
1923 - 1988
Lidia Isaakovna Brodskaya (1910 - 1991)
Lidia Isaakovna Brodskaya
1910 - 1991
Viktoriia Grigorevna Gorikhina (1926 - 2015)
Viktoriia Grigorevna Gorikhina
1926 - 2015
Sergei Kamanin (1915 - 2002)
Sergei Kamanin
1915 - 2002
Natalya Danko (1892 - 1942)
Natalya Danko
1892 - 1942
Mikhail Davidovich Natarevich (1907 - 1979)
Mikhail Davidovich Natarevich
1907 - 1979
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