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Alexander Grigorievich Maksymenko (Russian: Александр Григорьевич Максименко) was a Soviet and Ukrainian painter of the second half of the twentieth and early twenty-first centuries. He is known as a painter, graphic artist, watercolorist, and art historian.
Alexander Maksymenko worked in the genres of still life, landscape, portrait, as well as in genre painting. His genre works cover themes of collective farm life, including "Masters of the Land" and "Innovators of Collective Farm Fields". For the latter work he received the Stalin Prize. The master actively participated in exhibitions in Ukraine and abroad. His works are in the National Art Museum of Ukraine, the Museum of the History of Ukraine in World War II, as well as in other art museums and private collections.
Taisia Kirillovna Afonina (Russian: Таисия Кирилловна Афонина) was a Soviet artist of the second half of the twentieth century. She is known as a painter, graphic artist, representative of the Leningrad school.
Taisia Afonina participated in exhibitions since 1940, creating portraits, landscapes, genre compositions, still lifes and etudes. At the beginning of her career she was interested in military subjects, and then delved into the genre of portraiture and lyrical landscape. Her style is characterized by tonal painting, the rendering of light and air environments and subtle coloristic combinations. In the 1980s she preferred the watercolor technique, painting flowers such as roses, daisies and tulips. Her works are in museums and private collections in Russia and other countries.
Pyotr Filippovich Alberti (Russian: Пётр Филиппович Альберти) was a Soviet and Russian artist of the second half of the twentieth century. He is known as a painter, a representative of the Leningrad school.
Pyotr Alberti created portraits, landscapes, genre paintings. He actively exhibited since 1951 in Leningrad, demonstrating his works along with the masters of his time. The artist had a broad writing and bright coloring, expressive stroke and used various techniques. He paid special attention to the study of nature. In the late period of his career, he became fond of still life paintings with favorite motifs such as peonies and watermelons.
Alberti's works are preserved in museums and collections around the world.
Mikhail Fedorovich Andrienko-Nechytailo (Russian: Михаил Фёдорович Андриенко-Нечитайло) was a Russian artist known for his contributions to the avant-garde movement. Born in 1894, he became renowned for his innovative approach to painting, stage design, and illustration. Andrienko-Nechytailo’s work is celebrated for its unique blend of Constructivism and Cubism, which set him apart from his contemporaries.
One of his special features was his ability to combine geometric forms with a vibrant color palette, creating visually striking compositions that challenged traditional artistic conventions. His works often explored themes of abstraction and the intersection of art and technology. His notable pieces are housed in prestigious collections, including the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow and the Russian Museum in Saint Petersburg.
Collectors and art experts admire Andrienko-Nechytailo for his visionary approach and lasting impact on modern art. His legacy continues to influence contemporary artists and is a testament to his skill and creativity.
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Boris Izraelievich Anisfeld (Russian: Борис Израилевич Анисфельд) was a Russian-American painter, set designer, illustrator, and educator, celebrated for his vivid use of color and imaginative scenery. Born in Bessarabia, Russian Empire, in 1878, Anisfeld's artistic journey led him from the Odessa School of Art to the Imperial Academy of Arts in Saint Petersburg, where he absorbed the influences of prominent artists like Ilya Repin and Igor Grabar. His distinct style caught the attention of Sergei Diaghilev, leading to his work with the Ballet Russe before World War I.
Anisfeld's contributions to art extend beyond his canvas, as his theater designs for Diaghilev's Ballets Russes and collaborations with notable figures like Michel Fokine and Anna Pavlova showcased his ability to blend fantasy with performance. His work with the Ballets Russes, including designing the production of "Sadko" and executing the visions of other celebrated artists for stage sets, marked a significant period in his career before he immigrated to the United States in 1917.
In America, Anisfeld continued his legacy, taking on roles such as a teacher at the Art Institute of Chicago and contributing to the cultural landscape through his stage designs and paintings. His work is recognized for its innovative approach to color and form, bridging the realms of painting and theater design to create immersive, emotionally resonant artworks. Anisfeld passed away in 1973, leaving behind a body of work that continues to inspire and captivate audiences.
For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Anisfeld's work represents a fusion of Russian and American art traditions, enriched by his imaginative approach and vibrant palette. His contributions to the development of modern art and theater design underscore the enduring relevance of his creative vision.
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Fyodor Vasilievich Antonov (Russian: Фёдор Васильевич Антонов) was a Soviet and Russian artist of the twentieth century. He is known as a painter, graphic artist, textile artist, teacher, and professor.
Fyodor Antonov created landscapes, portraits and thematic compositions. In his genre works he immortalized the life and life of Soviet youth, as well as the formation of industry in the USSR. During the Great Patriotic War, the artist created portraits of heroes, as well as posters with a simple and direct pictorial form. Antonov's works are in various museum collections, including the Tretyakov Gallery, the Russian Museum and many private collections.
Anatoly Afanasyevich Arapov (Russian: Анатолий Афанасьевич Арапаов) was a Russian and Soviet artist, born in St. Petersburg in 1876 and passing away in Moscow in 1949. His artistic journey began after graduating from high school in 1892, leading him to study at the Moscow Boundary Institute where he initially acquired artistic skills. Arapov's dedication to art became undeniable, prompting him to enroll in the Moscow School of Painting, Sculpture and Architecture in 1897, where he was deeply involved in applied art, book design, and theater.
Arapov's early works, particularly around 1900 and 1910, were influenced by Symbolism, but he transitioned through a phase of Constructivism in the 1920s before dedicating himself to Socialist Realism from the 1930s onward. His versatile talent spanned across painting, graphic arts, and set design, making significant contributions to theater and film. Notably, he designed plays for leading theaters across major Russian cities and worked on popular films in the 1920s and 1930s.
His oeuvre includes portraits, still lifes, and landscapes, featuring views of ancient parks and Russian architecture. Arapov's works are celebrated for their stylistic diversity, capturing the essence of Symbolism, Constructivism, and Socialist Realism. His contributions are recognized in museum collections, including the State Tretyakov Gallery and the Saratov State Art Museum named after Radishchev, among others.
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Yeranui Arshakovna Aslamazyan (Russian: Ерануи Аршаковна Асламазян) was a Soviet and Russian artist of the second half of the twentieth century of Armenian origin. She is known as a painter and graphic artist.
Yeranui Aslamazyan created portraits, landscapes, still lifes and genre paintings. She also experimented with theater design, prints and ceramics. An Orientalist artist, she was part of the Soviet artistic elite in Leningrad and Moscow. With the support of the Soviet Union authorities, she traveled the world, visiting many countries. Her works are in museums in London, Sofia, Berlin, St. Petersburg, Venice, Tokyo, and Delhi.
Mariam Arshaki Aslamazyan (Russian: Мариам Аршаковна Асламазян) was a renowned Soviet-Armenian painter, often hailed as the "Armenian Frida Kahlo" due to her vibrant and expressive works that prominently featured elements of Armenian culture. Born on October 20, 1907, in Alexandropol (now Gyumri), Armenia, Aslamazyan was celebrated for her unique style which blended traditional Armenian themes with modernist influences.
Throughout her career, Aslamazyan's artwork received significant accolades, including the prestigious titles of People's Artist of the Armenian SSR in 1965 and People's Artist of the Soviet Union in 1990. Her paintings are characterized by their vivid colors and dynamic compositions, often focusing on still lives, narrative scenes, and portraits.
Aslamazyan's works are preserved and displayed in several major collections, notably at the Gallery of Mariam and Eranuhi Aslamazyan Sisters in her hometown, which showcases an extensive array of her oil paintings and ceramic works. Her artistic legacy continues to be celebrated in exhibitions and holds a significant place in Armenian cultural heritage.
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Vladimir Davidovich Baranov-Rossine (Russian: Владимир Давидович Баранов-Россине) was a master of the Russian avant-garde, a prolific painter, sculptor, and inventor, whose work significantly contributed to the Cubo-Futurism movement. Born on January 1, 1888, in Kherson, he was originally named Shulim Wolf Leib Baranov but is best known by his pseudonym, Daniel Rossine. His early artistic education took place in Odessa and then at the St. Petersburg Academy of Arts, laying the groundwork for his future as a revolutionary artist.
In 1910, Baranov-Rossine moved to Paris, a pivotal move that introduced him to the burgeoning European avant-garde scene. It was there, alongside other notable artists such as Marc Chagall, Osip Zadkine, Alexander Archipenko, and Chaim Soutine, that he became an inhabitant of the famous Parisian house "La Ruche." His innovative work, particularly the invention of the Optophonic Piano, which projected colors in sync with music, underscored his commitment to blending art and technology, a hallmark of his career.
Tragically, Baranov-Rossine's life was cut short when he was arrested by the Gestapo in 1943 and subsequently died in Auschwitz in 1944. Despite his untimely death, his legacy lives on through his contributions to modern art and technology. His works can be found in various museums and galleries, celebrated for their vibrant expression and avant-garde techniques that continue to inspire artists and collectors alike.
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Pavel Ivanovich Basmanov (Russian: Павел Иванович Басманов) was a Soviet and Russian artist of the twentieth century. He is known as a painter, book graphic artist and illustrator.
Pavel Basmanov devoted his entire career, beginning in 1929, to book graphics, and was a member of the bureau of the graphic section of the Union of Artists. He is also known for his series of watercolor works, including "Old Siberia" and "Walking". His art was characterized by a unique approach based on religious motifs.
The master's works are in the collections of the State Russian Museum, the Tsarskoye Selo State Collection and private collections.
Elena Mikhailovna Bebutova (Russian: Елена Михайловна Бебутова) was a Russian and Soviet artist of the mid-twentieth century of Georgian-Armenian origin. She is known as a painter, graphic artist and scenographer.
Elena Bebutova evolved from a fascination with cubism and futurism in her early work to a more decorative and realistic style. In 1917, she began working on the decoration of performances in various theaters in Russia, and held a personal exhibition in Moscow in 1923. Returning to the USSR after business trips to Berlin and Paris, she became one of the founding members of the society "Four Arts". Her work in the theater was closely linked to the directing activities of her brother Valery Bebutova; their last collaboration was a production of Hamlet at the Vitebsk Belorussian Theater in 1946 and 1955.
Bebutova is also known as a model for portraits created by her husband Pavel Kuznetsov.
Victoria Markovna Belakovskaya (Russian: Виктория Марковна Белаковская) was a Russian Soviet artist of the mid-twentieth century. She is known as a painter, graphic artist and representative of the Leningrad school of painting.
Victoria Belakovskaya participated in exhibitions of Leningrad artists since the early 1930s. Her work covers various genres, including portraits, genre compositions, still lifes and landscapes. Her famous works include "Pioneer Girl" (1931), "Self-Portrait with a Cigarette" (1936), "Leningrad Landscape" (1953), "Spring Flowers. Still Life" (1961), a series of landscapes of Altai, Crimea, Kiev and others.
Works by the artist are in the collections of museums in Russia, Great Britain, USA, France and other countries.
Kateryna Vasilyevna Belokur (Russian: Екатерина Васильевна Белокур) was a Ukrainian Soviet artist of the mid-twentieth century. She is known as a master of folk decorative painting.
Kateryna Belokur was self-taught and became famous for her colorful paintings, mostly depicting flowers, landscapes, and portraits. Her work often included a combination of spring and fall elements, and she could take weeks to create even small details on canvas. Catherine also made her own brushes, selecting hairs from cattails, and used a separate brush for each paint. Her work was characterized by vibrant colors and style.
Georgy Nikolaevich Bibikov (Russian: Георгий Николаевич Бибиков) was a Russian and Soviet artist of the mid-20th century. He is known as a painter, graphic artist, illustrator, muralist and theater artist of the Leningrad school, working in the genres of landscape, portrait, still life and thematic painting.
Georgy Bibikov began participating in art exhibitions in 1920. Among his famous works are "Loaders", "Young Red Fleets Receive Uniforms", "Greetings to the Winners", "Trench Truth" and others. His works are in the State Russian Museum and in museums and private collections in Russia, Ukraine, Germany and France.
Moses Abramovich Blank (Russian: Моисей Абрамович Бланк) was a Ukrainian Soviet artist of the mid-twentieth century. He is known as a painter and graphic artist, distinguished for his still lifes and landscapes.
Moses Blank actively participated in art exhibitions, including national, all-Union and international exhibitions, beginning in 1927. He used various artistic techniques including lithography, etching, ink, watercolor, gouache, pastel, and sometimes oil. During the Great Patriotic War he voluntarily went to the front, after the war he served as an artist in the Air Defense Corps in Riga. The master left a noticeable trace in the history of art in Ukraine.
Olga Borisovna Bogayevskaya (Russian: Ольга Борисовна Богаевская) was a Soviet and Russian artist of the second half of the twentieth century. She is known as a painter, graphic artist, teacher, and representative of the Leningrad school.
At the beginning of her career, Olga Bogayevskaya taught painting at the Secondary Art School of the Leningrad Institute of Painting, Sculpture and Architecture and participated in exhibitions. Her works, notable for their uncommon colorism, included children's portraits, interior and exterior still lifes. In 1950-1960 she was already considered one of the leading artists of Leningrad.
Her works are in many museums and private collections around the world, including the State Russian Museum and the State Tretyakov Gallery. Bogayevskaya also exhibited successfully abroad, including France.
Ilia Bolotovskii (russian: Илья Юльевич Болотовский) was a Russian-born American abstractionist painter.
After spending his youth in Baku, he moved to the United States in 1923, later becoming an American citizen. Bolotovskii received his artistic education at the National Academy of Drawing in New York and while traveling in Europe. Influenced by the work of P. Mondrian began to create objectless paintings and later remained an adherent of abstractionism, was a member of the abstract-expressionist group "Ten".
In 1936 Bolotovskii created one of the first abstract monumental murals in the United States in the Williamsburg housing project in New York. That same year he co-founded the American Abstract Artists organization. In the 1960s, Bolotovskii worked in the spirit of geometric abstractionism and neo-plasticism and created canvases with images in three dimensions.
Piotr Dmitrievich Buchkin (Russian: Пётр Дмитриевич Бучкин) was a multifaceted Soviet and Russian artist known for his contributions to painting, graphic arts, and teaching. Educated at the Higher Art School at the Imperial Academy of Fine Arts under Vasiliy Mate and Vasily Savinsky, Piotr Buchkin graduated in 1912, embarking on a journey that included travels across Europe to refine his artistry. His works span a variety of genres, including portraits, genre paintings, landscapes, and illustrations, showcasing his versatility across different mediums such as watercolor, pencil, pastels, etchings, oil, and tempera paintings.
Piotr Buchkin's engagement with the art world was profound; he was a founding member of the Leningrad Union of Artists and contributed significantly to the Leningrad School of Painting. Throughout his career, Buchkin participated in numerous exhibitions and was recognized for his talent as a graphic artist and portraitist, adept in various painting techniques. His memoirs, "About that in memory: Notes of an Artist," provide insights into his artistic journey and experiences.
Piotr Dmitrievich Buchkin's works are held in prestigious collections, including the State Russian Museum and the State Tretyakov Gallery, reflecting his esteemed position in the art community. His legacy continues to inspire, as his works are found not only in Russia but also in private collections and museums worldwide.
For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Piotr Buchkin's oeuvre offers a deep dive into the richness of Soviet and Russian art, particularly the Leningrad School. To stay updated on exhibitions, sales, or auctions featuring Buchkin's works, consider subscribing to relevant updates.
Alexander Gavrilovich Budnikov (Russian: Александр Гаврилович Будников) was a Soviet Ukrainian artist of the twentieth century. He is known as a battle painter.
During the Great Patriotic War Alexander Budnikov worked for a frontline newspaper, created posters and sketches from the battlefields. After the war he studied at the Kiev Art Institute, later became a teacher and professor at this institution. The artist worked in the genre of battle painting, and was also the author of a series of landscapes from different countries. His works are kept in museums in Ukraine, Russia and in private collections in Europe, the USA and Canada.
Isaac Aronovich Davidovich (Russian: Исаак Аронович Давидович) was a Soviet and Belarusian artist of Jewish origin of the second half of the twentieth century. He is known as a painter and graphic artist.
Isaac Davidovich worked in easel and monumental and decorative painting, as well as in easel and book graphics, he drew illustrations and posters. In the field of monumental art he created plafonds and panels.
Alexander Alekseevich Efimov (Russian: Александр Алексеевич Ефимов) was a Soviet artist of the mid-twentieth century. He is known as a battle painter, marinist and teacher.
Alexander Efimov participated in the Great Patriotic War and the main theme of his work was the history of the navy. He actively worked in the studio of marinists of the fleet, in his work he used the techniques of oil painting and watercolor. His works, including the paintings "Leningradki", "Sailors in the battles for Budapest", "Northern Fleet", became famous for their historical significance.
Efimov's works are in museums and private collections not only in Russia but also abroad.
Ivan Semyonovich Efimov (Russian: Иван Семёнович Ефимов) was a Russian and Soviet artist of the first half of the twentieth century. He is known as an animal painter, graphic artist, sculptor, illustrator and reformer of the puppet theater.
Ivan Efimov worked in different genres and techniques, but all his work, including decorative and applied art, was focused on animalistic themes. He created works for the Moscow subway, train stations, sanatoriums and many other places and became famous for his technique of through volume relief in sculpture. The master also illustrated more than 20 books.
Efimov also created erotic works - about a thousand sheets with various thematic series, but the public learned about them only after the collapse of the USSR.
Arthur Vladimirovich Fonvizin (Russian: Артур Владимирович Фонвизин), a Soviet painter renowned for his mastery in watercolor, was born on January 11, 1883, into a forester's family. From a young age, following a transformative experience at a circus, Fonvizin developed a profound love for drawing. His journey into the art world began with his education at the Moscow School of Painting, where he rubbed shoulders with avant-garde artists and later furthered his studies in Munich among a vibrant community of Russian painters. Fonvizin's early work, influenced by symbolism and the lyrical primitive style, included notable pieces such as "The Bride" (1902) and "Leda" (1904).
Throughout his career, Fonvizin was an active participant in significant art movements and exhibitions, such as the Blue Rose, Jack of Diamonds, and the World of Art movement. His transition to watercolors marked a defining moment in his artistic journey, allowing him to capture the ephemeral beauty of landscapes, portraits, and scenes from pre-revolutionary life with a directness and vibrancy that became his hallmark.
Despite facing challenges, including criticism for formalism and being exiled due to his German heritage, Fonvizin's resilience and dedication to art remained unwavering. His works, celebrated for their lack of preparatory sketches and immediate application of paint, are held in high esteem and featured in prestigious collections like the Tretyakov Gallery and the Pushkin Museum. Among his famous works are "The Circus. Horsewoman" (1936) and portraits of ballerinas from the Bolshoi Theater, showcasing his lifelong fascination with the circus and theater.
For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Fonvizin's oeuvre offers a unique glimpse into the soul of early 20th-century Russian art, marked by its lyrical beauty and emotional depth. To stay updated on sales and auction events related to Arthur Vladimirovich Fonvizin's work, signing up for updates is recommended. This subscription ensures access to the latest information on the availability of his mesmerizing watercolor paintings.
Robert Lvovich Genin (Russian: Роберт Львович Генин) was a Jewish-born artist of the first half of the twentieth century who worked in several countries, including the Russian Empire, Germany, France, Germany, Switzerland, and the USSR. He is known as a painter and graphic artist.
Robert Genin worked in a variety of genres including landscapes, portraits, genre compositions and nudes. He also did lithography, woodcuts and etching. His style evolved from Jugendstil and Symbolism in the early 1900s to Expressionism after the First World War. He later came to a kind of lyrical primitivism. The artist worked in both easel and monumental painting and was influenced by various artists.
Aleksandr Mikhailovich Gerasimov (Russian: Алекса́ндр Миха́йлович Гера́симов) was a Russian and Soviet painter, born on August 12, 1881, in Kozlov (now Michurinsk), in the Tambov Governorate of the Russian Empire. He is best recognized for his leading role in promoting socialist realism in visual arts, notably through his portraits of Joseph Stalin and other Soviet leaders. Gerasimov's education at the Moscow School of Painting, Sculpture, and Architecture honed his skills, guided by masters like K.A. Korovin, A.E. Arkhipov, and V.A. Serov. His style, a blend of academic realism with impressionistic influences, vividly depicted the Russian landscape, leaders, and the daily life of the Soviet era.
His works, rich in emotionality and composition mastery, span across various themes from state portraits to landscapes and still lifes, showcasing a deep love for the Russian landscape's innate beauty. Gerasimov's contributions to art include not only significant political portraits but also captivating scenes of nature and life in Russia, marked by their emotional depth and vibrant colors. His paintings like "Stalin and Voroshilov in the Kremlin" won him the Stalin Prize in 1941, cementing his status in Soviet art history.
Gerasimov's artistry extends beyond his political work; his landscapes and portrayals of Russian expanses convey a deep lyrical sentiment, reflecting his profound connection and love for his homeland. His mastery across various mediums—oil, watercolor, gouache, and more—allowed him to explore and express a wide range of subjects, from portraits and landscapes to still lifes, showcasing his versatility and depth as an artist.
For those interested in the intersection of art and history, Aleksandr Mikhailovich Gerasimov's work offers a fascinating window into Soviet-era Russia, its leaders, and its landscapes. To stay updated on exhibitions and sales of Gerasimov's works, sign up for updates specifically focused on new product sales and auction events related to this distinguished artist.
Tatyana Nikolayevna Glebova (Russian: Татьяна Николаевна Глебова) was a Soviet artist of the twentieth century. She is known as a painter, graphic artist, who left a rich creative heritage characterized by depth and diversity of themes and styles.
Tatyana Glebova in her work covered three main themes. The first is urban life, reflected through genre scenes describing street events and everyday life. The second is an interest in the inner nature of man, expressed in portraits and depictions of inner transformations. The third is mystical and religious themes including icons, symbolism and spiritual geometry. Her last works focused on nature and developed symbolism of color and form.
Yakov Andreevich Golubev (Russian: Яков Андреевич Голубев) was a Soviet artist of the mid-twentieth century. He is known as a painter, a representative of the Leningrad art school.
Yakov Golubev began participating in exhibitions while still studying at the painting faculty of the Leningrad Institute of Painting, Sculpture and Architecture. He became famous for his lyrical landscapes. Among his famous works are the paintings "Quiet Day", "Wicket Gate", "Late Autumn" and others.
The master's works are in museums and private collections all over the world, including Russia, Japan, Italy, Germany and France.
Gavriil Nikitich Gorelov (Russian: Гавриил Никитич Горелов) was a Russian and Soviet artist of the first half of the twentieth century. He is known as a painter, graphic artist and teacher.
Gavriil Gorelov studied at the St. Petersburg Academy of Arts under Ilya Repin and Franz Roubaud. He created historical canvases, genre paintings and portraits. During a study trip to Italy, he painted "Orgy in the apartments of Alexander VI Borgia". Returning to Russia, the artist became a member of the Association of Traveling Art Exhibitions. Among his famous works are "Pugachev's Trial of a Landowner", "Pugachev's Execution", "Bolotnikov's Revolt", "Minin's First Appeal to the People", "Dogs-Knights". He also participated in the creation of the panorama "The Storming of Perekop".
Jazep Mikhailovich Gorid (Russian: Язеп Михайлович Горид) was a Belarusian and Polish-Lithuanian artist of the first half of the twentieth century. He is known as a graphic artist and painter, caricaturist and illustrator.
Jazep Gorid drew political and everyday caricatures, painted portraits and landscapes. He also worked in book graphics, illustrated and designed books and other printed publications. In addition, the artist created stained-glass windows and murals.
Dmitry Vladimirovich Gorlov (Russian: Дмитрий Владимирович Горлов) was a Soviet artist of the twentieth century. He is known as a graphic artist, sculptor, illustrator, master of decorative and applied plastic art and is considered the founder of Soviet animalistics.
Dmitry Gorlov is the author of monumental and decorative and easel sculptures, as well as toys made of different materials. He created a fountain and bas-reliefs for the Moscow Zoo, as well as reliefs on the monument to the fable writer I. A. Krylov on the themes of his fables. Gorlov also worked at the Gzhel ceramic factory, creating animal statuettes.
Pavel Matveyevich Gorobets (Russian: Павел Матвеевич Горобец) was a Soviet Ukrainian artist of the mid-twentieth century. He is known as a painter, landscape painter who worked early in his career as an artist-journalist.
Pavel Gorobets became famous for the lyrical style of his landscapes depicting the nature of Poltava region. His works are characterized by subtle lyricism, penetration and deep affection for his native nature. Critics called the artist a "master of landscape miniature". His works are in museums of various Ukrainian and Russian cities, as well as in private collections.
Mykola Petrovich Hlushchenko, a prominent Ukrainian post-impressionist painter, was born in 1901 in Novomoskovsk, Russia, and is celebrated for his diverse artistic contributions that span across various European landscapes, still life, nudes, and notable portraits. His early exposure to art in Yuzivka (now Donetsk), and further education at the Academy of Art in Berlin in 1924, laid the foundation for his illustrious career. Hlushchenko's work caught the attention of French critics soon after he moved to Paris in 1925, marking his transition from the New Objectivity style to post-Impressionism.
Hlushchenko's involvement with the Association of Independent Ukrainian Artists in the early 1930s, and his exhibitions across major European cities and the United States, underscored his role as a leading figure in Ukrainian post-impressionism. His work was characterized by vibrant color use and a unique blend of styles influenced by his time in Germany, France, and later in the Soviet Union. Throughout his life, Hlushchenko's art reflected his extensive travels and deep appreciation for landscapes, earning him numerous awards including the Shevchenko National Prize in 1972.
For art collectors and enthusiasts, Hlushchenko's pieces not only represent the zenith of Ukrainian post-impressionism but also embody the artist's rich, multifaceted life experiences. His paintings, such as the portraits of Oleksandr Dovzhenko and Volodymyr Vynnychenko, along with commissioned works for the Soviet government, showcase his adaptability and mastery over his medium.
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Stanisław Horno-Poplawski was a Polish sculptor, artist and teacher.
In the late 1910s, young Stanisław became interested in painting and art in Moscow, where his family moved from Georgia, then continued his studies at the Warsaw School of Fine Arts. Stanisław Gorno-Poplawski made the subject of his sculpture a rough field stone, giving it the features of famous and unknown Poles' faces, creating compositions filled with life. His works can be seen in many museums in Poland and the world.
Aleksandr Evgenevich Iakovlev (Russian: Александр Евгеньевич Яковлев), a Russian painter, graphic artist, and designer, left an indelible mark on the world of art with his unique blend of classical and orientalist styles. Born in Saint Petersburg, Russia, in 1887, Iakovlev was part of the vibrant Russian artistic community that contributed significantly to the neo-classical and orientalist movements. His extensive travels across Mongolia, China, Japan, Africa, Syria, Iran, and Afghanistan enriched his art, leading to a prolific output of portraits, landscapes, still lifes, and figure compositions that combined elements of Italian Renaissance with Russian Primitivism.
Iakovlev's early involvement with the Mir Iskusstva exhibition in 1915 showcased his talent but also highlighted the mixed reactions from critics and the Academy of Arts, signaling his departure from traditional academic confines. His scholarship to study in the Far East and subsequent travels profoundly influenced his work, as seen in his orientalist paintings and ethnographic drawings. This period of exploration culminated in his significant contributions as an official artist on the Citroën expeditions across Central Africa and Asia, where he captured the essence of the diverse cultures he encountered.
His works, such as "Three Women in a Box at the Theatre" and his participation in designing the Prival Komediantov artistic cabaret, exemplify his mastery of merging traditional subjects with a modernist touch. Serving as the Director of the Painting Department at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, between 1934 and 1937, Iakovlev influenced the art scene beyond the Russian borders before his death in Paris in 1938.
Iakovlev's legacy is preserved in museums and galleries worldwide, celebrating his contributions to bridging cultures through art. His ability to document his travels and experiences in such a vivid and artistic manner has left a lasting impact on the appreciation of cultural diversity in the art world.
For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Aleksandr Evgenevich Iakovlev's works represent a convergence of classical artistry and exploratory zeal, making them highly sought after. His pieces not only capture the beauty of the subjects he portrayed but also serve as a window into the cultures and landscapes that inspired him.
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Georgy Nikolaevich Karlov (Russian: Георгий Николаевич Карлов) was a Soviet artist of the second half of the twentieth century. He is known as a painter, graphic artist and illustrator.
Georgy Karlov began his career by teaching drawing in schools, during the Great Patriotic War he drew anti-fascist and propaganda posters. During his career he illustrated more than 100 children's books, collaborated with the magazine Murzilka and illustrated "adult" satirical works. The artist created realistic depictions of animals with anthropomorphic features and rich facial expressions. His book-textbook "The Image of Birds and Animals" collected the experience of an animalist and filled the gap in the literature on the image of animals.
Yervand Kochar (Russian: Ерванд Семёнович Кочар) was an Armenian sculptor and modern artist, renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to the 20th-century art world, particularly as a pioneer of the Painting in Space art movement. Born in Tbilisi, Georgia, in 1899, Kochar's artistic journey led him from his native land to Paris, where his innovative works earned him critical acclaim and a place alongside other avant-garde artists. His creations, characterized by a dynamic blend of sculpture and painting, sought to introduce time as a fourth dimension to art, presenting a novel way of perceiving artistic expressions.
Kochar's most celebrated works, such as the statues of David of Sassoun and Vardan Mamikonian, have become emblematic of Armenian heritage, symbolizing the enduring spirit and cultural richness of Armenia. His masterpiece in painting, "Disasters of War," alongside other significant works, underscores his versatility and mastery over different mediums. The Yervand Kochar Museum in Yerevan, Armenia, serves as a testament to his enduring legacy, housing a vast collection of his works and offering insights into his artistic evolution and the profound impact of his contributions to modern art.
For art collectors and experts, Kochar's work represents not only a pivotal moment in the history of modern art but also an opportunity to engage with the rich tapestry of Armenian cultural identity. His innovative approach to form, space, and time continues to inspire new generations of artists and art aficionados worldwide.
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