The works of artists of the Palekh lacquer miniature craft in the field of design of theatrical productions of the 1930s - 1970s (Palekh and Theater)

The subject of the proposed research is a historical analysis works masters Palekh craft 1930s - 1970s in field design theatrical productions – little-studied phenomenon Russian folk culture twentieth century. author article draws most illustrative examples, referring to sketches created by artists for Soviet theater. Special attention study paid largest figures who worked design: I. Golikov, P. D. Bazhenov, N. M. Parilov, A. Kotukhina. purpose show importance creative contribution development and decorative art era on extensive material numerous major theaters Moscow, Leningrad other cities. Using method comparative analysis, as well historical-systemic iconographic methods, emphasizes knowledge about correct understanding general history scientific novelty consists an attempt analyze topic under consideration single complex phenomenon. main conclusion thesis inseparable connection Paleshan's "theatrical" with lacquer miniature: appear at same time their experiments miniature; miniaturists theaters; during entire period, experience was demand much miniature.