Nikolay Sinezubov
/1891-1956/
Nikolay Sinezubov completed his schooling at Grigory Shelaputin's gymnasium and developed an early interest in art, likely influenced by his father's collection of prints. Between 1912 and 1917, he studied at the Moscow School of Painting, Sculpture and Architecture (also known by the acronym MUZHZV) while simultaneously attending some classes at Moscow University's Faculty of Law, though he didn't finish any full course of study.
His artistic journey began with exhibition participation in 1918, showcasing his works at various events such as those organized by the Moscow Association of Artists and The World of Art. Notably, he collaborated with renowned artists like Wassily Kandinsky, Aleksandr Rodchenko, and Varvara Stepanova. Additionally, he took part in the First Russian Art Exhibition in Berlin in 1922. Throughout this time, he directed the workshop "Proletarian Culture" and collaborated with the Institute of Artistic Culture in Moscow.
During the early 1920s, Sinezubov delved into lithography and etching, contributing to various lithographed collections and exploring book graphics. He even made a trip to Berlin, where he created an album of lithographs titled "Frauen and Kinder" in 1923. Joining the Makovets association in 1924, he actively participated in their exhibitions.
In 1928, he decided to emigrate to France, settling in Paris, where he continued to live and work.
Sinezubov's art, although relatively unexplored, holds significant importance since the first third of the twentieth century. He drew inspiration from the past's realistic tradition, resulting in works that are simplistic in motive yet profound in their spiritual essence. His creations are characterized by restrained color schemes and artistic freedom, with an emphasis on drawing, much like other artists associated with the Makovets association.