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Text in Russian. One of 500 copies. A copy shows notable signs of water damage. This rare exhibition catalog of works by Fedor Alexandrovich Modorov, 1890-1967, as of April 2024, remains unique in that it is not part of any North American institution's collection.

6 pages: illustrations; 18 cm. Cover title. At head of title: ????????????? ????????????? ???? ?????????? ??????????????? ???????? (All-Russian Cooperative Union of Visual Arts Workers). One of 1000 copies. As of April 2024, OCLC locates a single copy at the Getty Research Institute. As an influential Russian artist and educator, Mikhail Ivanovich Nedbaylo (1901-1943) left a significant mark with his diverse artworks. Nedbaylo's portfolio includes esteemed pieces like "Sukharev Tower" and "Old Moscow." His artistic journey began after training under notable figures at Vkhutemas and included roles from typographer to book designer, notably illustrating works such as O. Zhemchuzhina?s "Battleship of the Revolution." His art, which frequently captured the essence of early 20th-century Russian life, remains preserved in leading institutions like the State Tretyakov Gallery. Nedbaylo?s contributions to art and education continued until his life was tragically cut short during World War II, yet his legacy endures through his impactful works and teaching.

Illustrated wrappers. 17.5 x 12.5 cm. 17 pages: illustrations. Text in Russian. One of 1000 copies. Pavel Petrovich Sokolov-Skalia (1899-1961) relocated to Moscow in 1914 to begin his apprenticeship in Il?ia Mashkov's studio. He spent a year studying at VKhUTEMAS before becoming a member of the avant-garde art group known as "Being." When the group disbanded in 1926, he became a part of AKhRR, where he continued until the outbreak of the war. Sokolov-Skalia gained critical acclaim for his work, particularly for his paintings with nationalist themes. He also ventured into book illustration and theater set design alongside his active role as an instructor. During the wartime period, Sokolov-Skalia took on the role of artistic director at the TASS studio. As one of the most prolific artists at TASS, he contributed to the creation of around 200 posters for the studio between June 1941 and November 1946. Sokolov-Skalia received the Stalin Prize twice, in 1942 and 1949, in recognition of his achievements. Furthermore, he was elected as a full member of the Academy of Arts of the USSR in 1949, and in 1956, he was honored with the title of People's Artist of the Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic. A copy with slightly worn and chipped wrappers, but in good condition internally.