Petrov-Vodkin, Kuzma Sergeyevich

[Russian Avant-Garde] A. A. Lappo-Danilevskii [Alexander Alexandrovich Lappo-Danilevsky]

Leningrad: Obshchina khudozhnikov, 1928. Item #969

27 pages: portrait, illustrations; 16 cm. Text in Russian. Slightly damaged on the lower part of the spine; very good internally. As of May 2024, OCLC locates only six institutional copies of this rare book.

Alexander Alexandrovich Lappo-Danilevsky (1898-1920), once a promising student of Kuzma Petrov-Vodkin, emerges from the shadows of history in this poignant tribute. As an artist whose career was tragically cut short by the turbulence of the Russian Revolution, Lappo-Danilevsky's oeuvre offers a vivid window into the transformative epoch of early 20th-century Russia. His works, characterized by an acute sensitivity to spatial dynamics, reflect a unique European sensibility, blending the challenges of form and content with a fresh, innovative vision.

This book, enriched by the diligent efforts of the "Artists' Community," showcases a curated selection from the artist's repertoire, capturing the essence of his artistic journey. Despite the limited number of reproductions, due to financial constraints, each piece selected embodies the innovative spirit of Lappo-Danilevsky. It's a testament to his profound understanding of new visual perceptions and his departure from conventional styles like schematism or expressionism. As interest in his art rekindles, this collection stands as a crucial step toward acknowledging and celebrating his contributions to the art world.

Price: $400.00