Item #101177 Portrait of Older Man (c.2007)from Fedoskino by BakunovDimensions: 6.75" x 5.00" x 2.50"(17.15 x 12.70 x 6.35 cm) |
Gallery Price: $ 1095.00 Internet Price: $ 995.00 None currently available |
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The deep lines and gray hair of the sitter tell of a long life, while the mischievous sparkle and portly build attest to a life enjoyed in this traditional style portrait. The deep earth tones of the subtle background and draped costume suggest sensibility and understatement; contrasting beautifully with the playful crimson scarf. The subject's expression is one of contentment, tinged with the heaviness of a lifetime of knowledge, but determined to appreciate the joys in life. The soft brushstrokes and painterly style imbue the seemingly simple portrait with a complex balance of sentimentality and realism. This handsome box is made of high quality papier mache and is signed on the lid with the artist's name. There is a hinge on the left, and the interior is red lacquer. The base of the piece is flush.
Lacquerbox Condition Ratings
Surface Condition (exterior) | Surface Condition (interior/bottom) | Box Materials and Soundness | Hinge and Lid Placement | Signature | Total Rating | Mother-of-pearl Condition |
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9.5 | 9.5 | 10.0 | 10.0 | 10.0 | 49 | N/A |
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