{"product_id":"1990-soviet-russian-linocut-fox-crane-signed-l-usharova-framed-folk-art","title":"1990 Soviet Russian Linocut Fox \u0026 Crane Signed L Usharova Framed Folk Art","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit of Sale:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Piece\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImage Orientation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Portrait\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paper\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate of Authenticity (COA):\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal\/Licensed Reprint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFraming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Framed\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fox\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersonalize:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Print\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Russian\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Animals,Nature,Art,Fantasy,History,Social History\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Technique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Linocut Printing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Russian Federation\u003c\/p\u003eVintage 1990 Soviet Russian Color Linocut – The Fox as a Guest of the Crane – Pencil Signed \u0026amp; Framed\n\nA wonderfully detailed, colorful Soviet-era linocut depicting a scene from the traditional Russian folk tale The Fox and the Crane (Лиса и журавль).\n\nThis 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.\n\nThe intricate carved linework, rich colors, and expressive animal characters are characteristic of Soviet-era folk art and children’s book illustration.\n\nArtist \u0026amp; Original Provenance\n\nThe artwork bears an original pencil signature in the lower-right margin.\n\nThe 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.\n\nThe original label from Graphic Arts of the USSR, Hollis, New Hampshire, documents:\n\n* Title: The Fox as a Guest of the Crane\n* Artist: Possibly L. Usharova (Л. Ушарова), attribution unverified\n* Date: 1990\n* Medium: Original color linocut\n* Printshop location: Moscow, USSR\n* Edition size: 500, according to the original dealer label\n* Signature: Pencil-signed in the lower-right margin\n* Dealer reference: J-3, with additional notation 4\/6\n* Presentation: Vintage framed and matted under glazing\n\nThe dealer’s 4\/6 notation is not confirmed as an edition number.\n\nVintage Condition\n\nPresented in its existing silver-tone frame with decorative green and gold mat borders.\n\nThe artwork displays beautifully, with vibrant colors and excellent visual detail.\n\nThere 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.\n\nThe print has not been removed from its frame, and the condition beneath the matting has not been independently assessed.\n\nРусское описание\n\n«Лиса в гостях у журавля» — советская цветная линогравюра, 1990 год, Москва.\n\nКрасочная винтажная линогравюра по мотивам русской народной сказки «Лиса и журавль».\n\nНа 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.\n\nРабота отличается выразительной графикой, насыщенными цветами и тщательно проработанными деталями в традициях советской сказочной иллюстрации.\n\nИнформация о произведении:\n\n* Год создания оттиска: 1990\n* Техника: цветная линогравюра\n* Место печати: Москва, СССР\n* Тираж: 500 экземпляров, согласно оригинальной этикетке\n* Художник: предположительно Л. Ушарова; атрибуция не подтверждена\n* Подпись: карандашом в правом нижнем поле\n* Оригинальная этикетка: Graphic Arts of the USSR, США\n* Оформление: рама со стеклом и паспарту\n\nСостояние винтажное. На паспарту заметны пожелтение, небольшие неровности и следы времени. Работа не извлекалась из рамы.\n\nПожалуйста, внимательно изучите фотографии перед покупкой.\n\n⸻\n\nA distinctive addition to a collection of Soviet graphic art, Russian folklore, original printmaking, vintage children’s illustration, or woodland animal artwork.\n\nSold as the single framed artwork pictured. 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