1990 Soviet Russian Linocut Fox & Crane Signed L Usharova Framed Folk Art
$275.00
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1990 Soviet Russian Linocut Fox & Crane Signed L Usharova Framed Folk Art
$275.00
Condition: Used
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Image Orientation: Portrait
Signed: Yes
Material: Paper
Certificate of Authenticity (COA): No
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Framing: Framed
Subject: Fox
Personalize: No
Type: Print
Style: Russian
Theme: Animals,Nature,Art,Fantasy,History,Social History
Features: Limited Edition
Production Technique: Linocut Printing
Handmade: Yes
Country of Origin: Russian Federation
Vintage 1990 Soviet Russian Color Linocut – The Fox as a Guest of the Crane – Pencil Signed & Framed A wonderfully detailed, colorful Soviet-era linocut depicting a scene from the traditional Russian folk tale The Fox and the Crane (Лиса и журавль). This whimsical composition features a fox dressed in a patterned blouse and vibrant pink dress entertaining an elegantly dressed crane wearing a feathered hat and blue boots. Between them sits an ornate, narrow-necked pitcher on a cloth-covered table. A woodland stream, rustic watermill, and lush green forest complete the enchanting scene. The intricate carved linework, rich colors, and expressive animal characters are characteristic of Soviet-era folk art and children’s book illustration. Artist & Original Provenance The artwork bears an original pencil signature in the lower-right margin. The original dealer label identifies the artist with a handwritten name tentatively interpreted as L. Usharova (Л. Ушарова). The exact spelling and attribution have not been independently authenticated. The original label from Graphic Arts of the USSR, Hollis, New Hampshire, documents: * Title: The Fox as a Guest of the Crane * Artist: Possibly L. Usharova (Л. Ушарова), attribution unverified * Date: 1990 * Medium: Original color linocut * Printshop location: Moscow, USSR * Edition size: 500, according to the original dealer label * Signature: Pencil-signed in the lower-right margin * Dealer reference: J-3, with additional notation 4/6 * Presentation: Vintage framed and matted under glazing The dealer’s 4/6 notation is not confirmed as an edition number. Vintage Condition Presented in its existing silver-tone frame with decorative green and gold mat borders. The artwork displays beautifully, with vibrant colors and excellent visual detail. There is visible age-related discoloration and waviness along portions of the lower matting, as well as minor signs of wear consistent with vintage framing. Please examine the close-up photographs carefully. The print has not been removed from its frame, and the condition beneath the matting has not been independently assessed. Русское описание «Лиса в гостях у журавля» — советская цветная линогравюра, 1990 год, Москва. Красочная винтажная линогравюра по мотивам русской народной сказки «Лиса и журавль». На изображении лиса в нарядном розовом платье и журавль в шляпе и сапогах встречаются у стола с узкогорлым кувшином. На заднем плане — лес, ручей и водяная мельница. Работа отличается выразительной графикой, насыщенными цветами и тщательно проработанными деталями в традициях советской сказочной иллюстрации. Информация о произведении: * Год создания оттиска: 1990 * Техника: цветная линогравюра * Место печати: Москва, СССР * Тираж: 500 экземпляров, согласно оригинальной этикетке * Художник: предположительно Л. Ушарова; атрибуция не подтверждена * Подпись: карандашом в правом нижнем поле * Оригинальная этикетка: Graphic Arts of the USSR, США * Оформление: рама со стеклом и паспарту Состояние винтажное. На паспарту заметны пожелтение, небольшие неровности и следы времени. Работа не извлекалась из рамы. Пожалуйста, внимательно изучите фотографии перед покупкой. ⸻ A distinctive addition to a collection of Soviet graphic art, Russian folklore, original printmaking, vintage children’s illustration, or woodland animal artwork. Sold as the single framed artwork pictured. Carefully packaged for shipping.