Ivan Kavaleridze 1887 – 1978

Biography

Ivan Kavaleridze was born on April 13, 1887, in the village of Novopetrivka, beginning a life that would span nearly a century of creative achievement. He would become one of Ukraine’s most versatile and accomplished artists, establishing himself across multiple disciplines—sculpture, acting, and filmmaking—during a period of tremendous cultural and political change.

Throughout his career, Kavaleridze distinguished himself as both a visual and cinematic artist, contributing significantly to Ukrainian culture during the Soviet era. His work reflected the artistic currents of his time while maintaining a unique vision that allowed him to move fluidly between the traditional art of sculpture and the emerging medium of film.

On December 3, 1978, Kavaleridze passed away in Kyiv at the remarkable age of ninety-one. He was laid to rest at Baikove Cemetery in Holosiiv Raion, a final resting place befitting an artist of his stature. His legacy endures as a testament to a life devoted to creative expression across multiple artistic forms.