Boris Artzybasheff

Illustrator and science fiction artist

Boris Artzybasheff - Illustrator and science fiction artist
Born

1899
126 years ago

Died

July 16th, 1965
60 years ago — 66 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Born in Ukraine, Artzybasheff moved to the United States where he became a prominent illustrator. His work primarily focused on depicting industrial and technological themes. Among his most notable projects were book illustrations and magazine covers for publications like Fortune and The Saturday Evening Post. His unique style blended realism with imaginative interpretations, earning him recognition in the field of illustration. He also created a series of memorable book covers for science fiction novels, showcasing a distinctive approach to genre art. His legacy in the field continues to influence contemporary illustrators.

Illustrated covers for Fortune magazine

Created notable science fiction illustrations

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