Victor Nikandrovich Palmov (1888–1929): Bridging Russian Avant-Garde and Folk Inspiration Viktor Nikandrovich Palmov emerged as a prominent figure within the David Burliuk circle, shaping the landscape of early 20th-century Russian art. Born in Samara on October 10, 1888, into a family steeped in artistic tradition—his father, Nikandr Palmov, was himself an artist—Viktor’s formative years instilled within him a deep appreciation for visual expression and experimentation. He pursued his studies at the Moscow School of Painting, Sculpture and Architecture from 1911 to 1914, absorbing the intel…