named for the painter. Social engagement 1910-1920: paints in the traditional realistic style prevalent in Europe at the time. During this period (1912–1917), he participated as "war painter" in both the Balkan Wars and First World War. It is probably due to this war experience that he becomes imbued with the spirit of Tolstoyanism. 1920-1930: creates the painting now called "The Bulgarian Madonna". 1946: joins the Communist Party. Notes References External links Vladimir Dimitrov's Art Domino: Art Galleries - Images of Dimitrovs paintings. 1882 births 1960 deaths People from Kyustendil Province 20th-century Bulgarian painters 20th-century male artists Male painters