1956 Russian Impressionism & Social Realism Painting Start Price USD 619.99 Current Price USD 619.99 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Tuesday, May 13, 2008 End Time Tuesday, May 20, 2008 Location Northridge, California See more about '1956 Russian Impressionism & Social Realism Painting ' Description    Russian Impressionism and Social Realism of Post-war Period.   Painting Description:      Original Oil painting by famous Soviet & Russian Artist Academician - Utkin, M.V. (born 1925)  Title: Port. Town on the Water. Year of creation: 1956 yr. Medium: Oil on board Image size: 13" x 19"Signature of the artist: signed on the front. Condition: Great condition; despite its age. Framed and ready to be hang on the wall or serve as a great gift ~Great addition to any fine collection~   ~We are presenting an original collection of mesmerizing and important pieces of art of the Post War Soviet period (From 1940s through 1980s). We guarantee authenticity of each sold painting and provide Certificate of Authenticity upon request. All our artists are listed artists in many Russian and European publications; including famous Dictionary of Twentieth Century Russian & Soviet Painters 1900s-1980s by British academic Matthew Cullerne Bown (published 1998). This book is very similar to the Davenport publication but on the European and Russian Art market.~    ~The Russian school of art had reached supreme magnificent style that had translated into exquisite and collectible works of art reflecting not only the beauty of its mastery, but also the distinctive historical importance of its period of time. Before the collapsed of the Soviet Union – amazing genius of these painters were kept in the shadow of disagreements between two countries; however, after political changes - the originality, the magnitude, and the history that are hidden into artworks had rightfully reserved deserved place on the international market of Fine Paintings.~   ~Please keep in mind that we are offering unbeatable wholesale prices for the exclusive collectible items as well as great investments in the nearest future. Any questions, answers of which are not covered by our description, are appreciated and we will do our best to answer all your questions; therefore, do not hesitate to email us.~   ~The prices are based on the following characteristics respectfully: Artist’s reputation, size of the painting and subject, year of the creation, and condition; therefore, please read artist’s biography listed below.~   Artist’s Biography:       Utkin, Mikhail Vasilevich  (born 1925)   This information is dedicated to the Readers and Collectors of Art about the artist- Utkin, Mikhail Vasilevich private collection of Art dedicated to 50th Anniversary of his life Utkin, Mikhail Ivanovich was born on June 5, 1925 yr. in the town of Teikovo Ivanovo reg., in Russia into a working class family. As a prodigy child he expressed a highly motivated interests in art and after 8th grade of school in 1941 he began his studies in Ivanovo Art College. After two years of extensive studies he was drafted to fight WWII at Karelian front and served the Russian Army until 1950. After the war was over he returned to the Ivanovo Art College, completing his educational program.  In 1953 with highest honors he was sent to use his ability of art in Kineshma town.                   Being the high Master of the Landscape genre Utkin, M.V. began to paint his landscapes with the use of his vivid imagination. In 1964 he was accepted with the honor of being a member of Russia’s Committee of Fine Art Artists in the USSR.  In 1969 Utkin moved to live in town of Gorky, Russia, where in 1971 he was accepted to be a council member of Union Member of Russian Artists*.                   Since starting in 1955 with high interest in landscapes, Utkin, M.V. was constantly involved in all national and local exhibitions of Art. Utkin’s main passion was for Lyrical Landscape. The themes of his paintings are varies. Some themes of paintings include the working area of the Volga-River with its energetic industrial life style, town landscape, and the village life showing all aspects of its motives.                   One of Utkin main’s talent, which derives from his passion at the ever changing seasons in Russia is to be able to paint the very fine details of each season, which allowed him to express fine Lyrical Landscape. His landscapes are filled with poetical warmness; humanly connection, and are inspired with a deep love affair with nature. The main component, which brings life and inspiration to Utkin’s paintings, is his use of color.                 In Utkin’s lifetime search in color usage he finally was able to express himself with his newly found connection with color   The works of the Artist, Utkin, M.V. are now in private collections in Italy, England, Germany and the United States. The works of Utkin are sold in the auctions all over the world.   Utkin, M.V. is listed in the Dictionary of Twentieth Century Russian and Soviet Painters 1900-1980 by the Britain Scholar Matthew Cullerne Bown.     Explanation of terms:   Union of Russian Artists: An exhibiting society formed in Moscow in 1903 by members of the 36 artists and the World of Art. The Union arranged annual exhibitions (the first in 1903), which as a ruled opened in Moscow before Christmas and moved to St. Petersburg in February-March of the following year. During the Union’s early years the high quality of the membership ensured the success of the exhibitions, which were geared to providing a showcase and income for the artists rather than promoting any particular vision of art or society. In 1910, however, the Union split when a number of Petersburg members left to reform the Worlds of Art, and thereafter the Union’s fortunes declined as rival groups such as the Jack of Diamonds attracted the best young talent. The Union was briefly revived after the Russian civil war (1918-21) and exhibitions were staged in Moscow (1922, 1923). Some former members of the Union joined Association of Artists of Revolutionary Russia (AkhRR) in the early 1920s some helped from the Association of Realist Artists in 1927.     Matthew Cullerne Bown. (1998) A Dictionary of Twentieth Century Russian and Soviet Painters 1900-1980s, Izomar Publications services. London   Main Soviet Encyclopedia, Publisher 3e, M. Soviet Encyclopedia 1969-1978   Soviet Art 1920s-30s. The State Russian Museum, "Soviet Artist", 1988.   Our policy: ·    We offer exchange or full money refund (excluding shipping & handling charges) within 3 days, after painting had been received by the buyer, if we had failed to our description; otherwise, all sales are final. ·     Insurance for the artwork is optional but highly recommended. Please email us for insurance quotes after bidding is over. ·    The payment must be received within 5 business days by the winning bidder. We accept, cashier’s checks, money orders, personal/business checks (must clear) and Pay Pal payments. Once payment is received, your artwork will be carefully packaged to protect your investments and shipped to you to the provided by your destination. ·    Buyer pays for shipping & handling charges (insurance is optional). 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