Nikolai Kul'bin

Nikolai Kul'bin was an artist whose documented activity spans a critical two-year period, 1913-1914, focusing intensively on avant-garde publishing and visual literature. His known output includes 15 unique illustrated books.

Kul'bin’s significant contribution is represented in major international collections, establishing his work as museum-quality material. Five works related to the volume Vzorval' (Explodity) are held in institutional archives, demonstrating the raw visual aesthetic of his illustrative period. These documented pieces include the Cover from Vzorval' (Explodity), alongside specific interior plates such as Folio 15 from Vzorval' (Explodity), Folio 20 from Vzorval' (Explodity), Folio 24 from Vzorval' (Explodity), and Folio 25 from Vzorval' (Explodity).

His works are preserved in the collections of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), ensuring their accessibility for scholarly research. As these historic publications enter the public domain, they offer valuable access to downloadable artwork. The available documentation allows for the creation of high-quality prints, supporting ongoing academic study into the early 20th century intersections of visual art and book design.