Jury Annenkov
1889–1974 · Russian · 9 artworks
ExpressionismSymbolismCubismAvant-gardeStylistic eclecticismGeometric abstractionExpressive portraitureTheatrical designBook illustration
artist bio
Jury Annenkov was a prominent Russian artist known for his diverse artistic styles, including Expressionism, Symbolism, and Cubism. He was a significant figure in the Russian avant-garde movement, contributing to stage design, book illustration, and portraiture.
what you'll learn
Studying Annenkov's work allows students to explore the fusion of different avant-garde styles and understand the socio-political context of early 20th-century Russian art. Students can learn how to combine expressive brushwork with geometric abstraction to convey emotion and meaning.
related: Kazimir Malevich, Wassily Kandinsky
9 artworks
Portrait of Alexander Tikhonov
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Self-portrait
1910
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Abram Efros
1921
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View of Paris from Meudon
1925
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Portrait of Z. I. Grzhebin
1919
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Monk Christopher with Christ near the river
1917
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Paris
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Portrait of Maxim Gorky
1920
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Arc de Triomphe
1929
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