Nicolai Cikovsky (1894–1985): Painter of Landscapes and Soviet Émigré Nicolai Stepanovich Cikovsky (December 10, 1894 – May 6, 1985) was an American painter whose distinctive landscapes—characterized by vibrant color palettes and dynamic compositions—captured the spirit of the American wilderness. Born near the Polish border, he emigrated to the United States in 1923 after formative years spent studying art in Kiev and Moscow. His art…