Archipenko, Alexander, Original Signed Drawing Start Price USD 11,000.00 Current Price USD 11,000.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Saturday, July 19, 2008 End Time Tuesday, July 29, 2008 Location Masterworks Fine Art, Oakland Hills, CA See more about 'Archipenko, Alexander, Original Signed Drawing' Description --> home current inventory search art knowledge art commentary buy art about us contact us Title: Untitled Study Artist: Archipenko, Alexander Medium: Pen and Ink Drawing Image Size: 22 3/4 in x 14 1/4 in (57.8 cm x 36.2 cm) Sheet Size: Framed Size: 31 1/2 in x 26 in (80 cm x 66 cm) Signature: Archipenko, LR Edition: Unique Condition: Excellent    Description:Displaying Archipenko's robust understanding of volume and form, this work can be understood as abstracted study of the female figure. The image can be compared to many of the artist's studies of the female nude; however, this piece is unique in its graceful yet bold use of line.This pen and ink drawing, which is executed on a fine drawing paper, is signed by the artist in the lower right hand corner. Awkwardly positioned, the figure crouches leaning on the left knee and outstretched arm. The right knee is raised as is the right arm, which is pinched behind the figures back, lending a sense of activity and motion to the work. Completely obscuring the figure's identity, the artist forces the viewer to study the exacting use of line and rounded definition of form. The work of Archipenko can be compared to the work of Braque, Chagall, Cocteau, Leger, Masson, Moore, Papart, Picasso, and Villon. About the Framing:This work is displayed in a detailed black and gold frame. The black of the molding accentuates the artist's use of line while the gold offers an elegant presentation. The framing is completed with white linen mattes and a simple sculpted inner fillet. Who is Masterworks Fine Art? Masterworks Fine Art, Inc. strives to be the best source of fine art for our clients and collectors all over the world. We believe the most direct way to accomplish this is by establishing a lifetime of personal and professional relationships with our clients. We are a full service art gallery, selling fine art originals at 25-50% off gallery retail prices. We have been collecting art since the early 1970's and have been dealing and selling art for over 20 years. We have been awarded the eBay Power Sellers Award, and we have over positive comments on our eBay rating feedback sheet. We have achieved a perfect 100% positive feedback from our clients. Please feel free to call us at 800-805-7060 or 510-777-9970 with any questions you may have. You can also email us at alex@masterworksfineart.com. For more information, please visit our ABOUT US PAGE. Questions About Buying If you are concerned about dealing with someone sight unseen we can offer the following to help reassure you. We are bonded sellers through BuySAFE. BuySAFE backs every transaction with a surety bond, which guarantees that if Masterworksfineart does not meet the terms of sale, you can get a refund up to $25,000. Click on our BuySAFE seal at the top of this listing to verify details and to see our 10 point guarantee. We are also members of PESA - Professional Ebay Sellers Allaince. The Professional eBay Sellers Alliance (PESA) is a non-profit trade association comprised of the largest and most highly-regarded merchants, quantitatively and qualitatively, across all categories on eBay. PESA is devoted to promoting the highest levels of professionalism, fairness, honesty, and integrity with respect to online trade, while fostering an atmosphere of participation, creativity, responsibility, and philanthropy among its members. We are members of the Better Business Bureau, and never had a complaint against us. This is an independent rating service that we hope will give you confidence in dealing with us. We are also former Sotheby's Associates. Disclaimer For quality purposes, if you have 5 or less feedbacks, then please contact us prior to placing your bid on this item. alex@masterworksfineart.com Thank you! For more information, please visit our About Us page. Art Inquiries: alex@masterworksfineart.com 510-777-9970 / 800-805-7060 fax 510-777-9972 13470 Campus Drive Oakland, CA 94619 © 2008 Masterworks Fine Art Inc. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy Powered by eBay Turbo Lister The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. Place a Bid!