Tatlin (Vladimir Tatlin)

Vladimir Tatlin was a Russian artist and architect, renowned for his role in Constructivism, an art movement focused on modernity and functionality. Born in 1885, he sought to merge art, technology, and society through innovative designs. His most famous work, the "Monument to the Third International," was a conceptual plan for a towering structure symbolizing revolution and progress, using industrial materials and dynamic geometric forms. Though never built, Tatlin's ideas influenced modern architecture and design, emphasizing material innovation and the integration of art into everyday life. His work remains a significant example of avant-garde experimentation in early 20th-century art.