Background
Lissim, Semen was born on October 24, 1900 in Kiev.
Lissim, Semen was born on October 24, 1900 in Kiev.
Studied art at the Ёсо1е National des Arts Decoratifs in Paris. Studied art at the Ёсо1е National des Arts Decoratifs in Paris.
Left for Paris in the 1920s. Stage designer, influenced by Leon Bakst, also by Ukrainian folklore, leaning towards the grotesque. Renowned for his designs for the Sevres porcelain factory.
Moved to the USA. Taught stage design at the City College in New York.