Russian Avant Garde Collection (#13)

Battle Scene, 1912. Artist: Yakulov, Georgi Bogdanovich (1884-1928)
Battle Scene, 1912. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Lion attacking a Horse, 1917-1918. Artist: Yakulov, Georgi Bogdanovich (1884-1928)
Lion attacking a Horse, 1917-1918. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Proun 4 B, 1919-1920. Artist: Lissitzky, El (1890-1941)
Proun 4 B, 1919-1920. Found in the collection of the Thyssen-Bornemisza Collections

Saint Petersburg in Winter. Artist: Baranov-Rossine, Vladimir Davidovich (1888-1942)
Saint Petersburg in Winter. From a private collection

Adam and Eve, 1912. Artist: Baranov-Rossine, Vladimir Davidovich (1888-1942)
Adam and Eve, 1912. Found in the collection of the Thyssen-Bornemisza Collections

Composition, 1921. Artist: Palmov, Viktor Nikandrovich (1888-1929)
Composition, 1921. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Ballet Dancer, 1910s. Artist: Palmov, Viktor Nikandrovich (1888-1929)
Ballet Dancer, 1910s. Found in the collection of the Regional Art Gallery, Perm

The Family of the Serednyaks, 1929. Artist: Palmov, Viktor Nikandrovich (1888-1929)
The Family of the Serednyaks, 1929. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum, Samara

Color in Movement. Artist: Matyushin, Mikhail Vasilyevich (1861-1934)
Color in Movement. Found in the collection of © Museum of Modern Art, New York

The menacing Germans are as scared as sheep?. (Poster), 1914
The menacing Germans are as scared as sheep... (Poster), 1914. Private Collection

Abstract Composition, 1913-1914. Artist: Bogomazov, Alexander Konstantinovich (1880-1930)
Abstract Composition, 1913-1914. From a private collection

Suprematist Composition, 1923. Artist: Chashnik, Ilya Grigoryevich (1902-1929)
Suprematist Composition, 1923. Found in the collection of the Thyssen-Bornemisza Collections

He who does not work, neither shall he eat, 1921-1922. Artist: Adamovich, Mikhail Mikhailovich (1884-1947)
He who does not work, neither shall he eat, 1921-1922. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Peterhof, St. Petersburg

Still Life, 1910s. Artist: Ivanov, Alexander Ivanovich (1888-1948)
Still Life, 1910s. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum, Samara

Painting Architectonics, 1920. Popova, Lyubov Sergeyevna (1889-1924). Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

USSR. Catalogue of the Soviet pavilion at the International Press Exhibition, Cologne, 1928. From a private collection

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The Russian avant-garde movement of the early 20th century was a revolutionary force that defied traditional artistic norms and embraced bold experimentation. Artists like El Lissitzky, Lyubov Popova, Wassily Kandinsky, Boris Grigoriev, and Alexandra Exter pushed boundaries and challenged the status quo with their innovative works. One iconic piece that encapsulates the spirit of this movement is "Beat the Whites with the red wedge" by El Lissitzky. Created in 1920 as a propaganda poster during the Russian Civil War, it features a powerful red wedge breaking through a sea of white. This dynamic composition symbolizes the Bolsheviks' triumph over their opponents. Lyubov Popova's "Space Force Construction, " created between 1920-1921, showcases her fascination with geometric forms and abstract compositions. The painting exudes energy and dynamism through its intersecting lines and vibrant colors. Wassily Kandinsky, known as one of the pioneers of abstract art, explored spirituality in his work. "Murnau: Mountain Landscape with Church" depicts an ethereal scene where nature intertwines with religious symbolism to evoke emotions beyond what meets the eye. In contrast to his later abstract style, Kandinsky's earlier works like "Bavarian village with a field" display his mastery of color and form. The vivid palette combined with expressive brushstrokes creates an enchanting portrayal of rural life. Popova's "Architectonic Painting" exemplifies her interest in exploring new visual languages inspired by architecture. Geometric shapes are meticulously arranged to create harmonious compositions that challenge conventional notions of space. Kandinsky's "All Saints Day II" delves into spiritual abstraction once again but adds elements of mysticism through intricate patterns and symbols. It invites viewers on a journey into another realm where colors speak louder than words.