David Davidovich Burliuk

Style: Post-Impressionism; Realism; Naive Art / Primitivism; Futurism; Primitivism; Cubo-Futurism; Cubo Futurism; Fauvism; Surrealism; Abstract Art;

Born: 1882

Death: 1967

Biography:

Early Life and Education

, a renowned Russian and Ukrainian Futurist, Neo-Primitivist, book illustrator, publicist, and author, was born on July 21, 1882, in Semyrotivka, near the village of Riabushky (now Lebedyn District, Sumy Oblast), Ukraine. His family, partly descended from Ukrainian Cossacks, held premier positions in the Hetmanate. Burliuk's mother, Ludmila Mikhnevich, was of ethnic Belarusian descent. Burliuk studied at Kazan and Odesa art schools, as well as at the Royal Academy in Munich from 1898 to 1904. His exuberant character was recognized by his professor, Anton Azhbe, who called Burliuk a "wonderful wild steppe horse."

Career and Legacy

Burliuk's artistic career spanned multiple styles, including Cubo-Futurism, Futurism, and Neo-Primitivism. He was a key figure in the development of Russian Futurism, publishing the manifesto "A Slap in the Face of Public Taste" in 1912. This marked the beginning of the Cubo-Futurist style of art. As a prolific artist, Burliuk created approximately 30,000 paintings, primarily in the Cubist genre. Some notable works include:

• Time (1918/1919), a cubist painting showcasing his futuristic style.
• Carrousel (1921), another example of Burliuk's cubist work.
• Two Tastes in One, a painting that reflects his experimentation with various genres.

Museums and Collections

Burliuk's works can be found in various museums, including the Museum Fridericia (Denmark), which showcases an impressive collection of artworks from different periods and styles.

• The Museum Fridericia (Denmark) - featuring a collection of Danish art.
• David Davidovich Burliuk - showcasing his artistic works, including Two Tastes in One, I See the Artist, and Circus.

Importance and Influence

contributions to Russian Futurism have had a lasting impact on the art world. His innovative style, which blended Cubism with Futurism, paved the way for future generations of artists.

• Painting by 'David Davidovich Burliuk' | Two Tastes in One - an example of his cubist work.
• Painting by 'David Davidovich Burliuk' | I See the Artist - showcasing his experimentation with various genres.

Burliuk passed away on January 15, 1967, in Southampton, New York, leaving behind a legacy as the "father of Russian Futurism."