Georgii Stenberg

1900 - 1933

Factsheet

  • Works on this site: 1
  • Lifespan: 33 years
  • Born: 1900, Moscow, Russia
  • Died: 1933
  • Museums on this site: Buffalo AKG Art Museum
  • Art period: Modern

The Artistic Life of Georgii Stenberg

Georgii Stenberg was a multifaceted artist whose creative practice spanned the disciplines of illustration, graphic design, painting, sculpture, and draftsmanship. Born in Moscow, Russia, he was part of a family of artists, including his brother Wladimir and sister Lidija. His formal training began at the Imperial Stroganov Central School of Art and Industry in Moscow and continued at the State Free Art Workshops. His work was characterized by a turn toward Constructivism, where he produced abstract color constructions using materials such as glass, metal, and wood, as well as industrial models.

Beyond his abstract works, Stenberg was active in revolutionary agitprop activities, contributing to the design of decorations and posters for the May Day celebrations of 1918. His professional reach extended into the theatrical realm, where he designed stage sets for various productions at the Moscow Chamber Theater, including works such as The Hairy Ape and The Threepenny Opera. His career was cut short when he died in Moscow following a motorcycle accident.

Questions & Answers

Is there an overview of all the subjects Georgii Stenberg painted?

Georgii Stenberg's works can be explored by subject on the artist's Subject Atlas page.

What are the birth city and country of Georgii Stenberg?

Georgii Stenberg was born in Moscow, in Russia.

Where are Georgii Stenberg's artworks organized by color?

The Spectral Index of Georgii Stenberg is a page that organizes the artist's artworks by their colors.

Where can I see Georgii Stenberg's artworks in chronological order?

A timeline of Georgii Stenberg's works exists: the artist's Artwork Timeline page orders the artworks by creation date.

Self-test

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Question 1:
In which city was Georgii Stenberg born?
Question 2:
Which art movement did the Stenberg brothers turn toward?
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What was the profession of Georgii Stenberg's brother, Wladimir?
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For which type of films were the Stenberg brothers particularly well known for designing posters?
Question 5:
What was the cause of Georgii Stenberg's death in 1933?