Christina Lodder

Christina Lodder is an Honorary Fellow in the Department of History of Art at the University of York. Her research focuses on early 20th-century Russian art, particularly Constructivism and Suprematism, and their global influences. She has held significant roles such as President of the Malevich Society (since 2013) and co-editor of the Russian History and Culture series. Lodder’s work bridges academic scholarship with public engagement through curatorial projects, exhibitions, and conference organization.

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) in History of Art, University of York
• Philosophiae Doctor (PhD), University of Sussex

Research Interests: Lodder’s research examines avant-garde movements in Russia, their transnational impacts, and intersections between art, design, and architecture. She explores themes like utopianism, cultural diplomacy, and the legacy of early modernist schools like Vkhutemas.

Key Contributions: She has authored/co-authored over 100 articles and edited numerous volumes, including Russian Constructivism (1983) and Celebrating Suprematism (2019). Her current project investigates Moscow’s Vkhutemas art school.

Awards:

• Getty Institute Library Fellowship (2016)
• Museum of Modern Art Walther Collection Fellowship (2013)
• British Council Research Scholarships (1973–1974, 1977)

Advising & Grants: Lodder has contributed to 82 academic conferences, 89 book reviews, and curated exhibitions like Modernism: Designing a New World 1914–1939 (2006). She has organized major events such as the 2015 ‘100 Years of Suprematism’ conference at Columbia University.

Labs/Teams: Her work involves collaborations with institutions like the Malevich Society, De Gruyter, and the Tate. She maintains active roles in academic publishing and serves on boards such as the National Galleries of Scotland (1996–2003).