This elegant vintage still life oil painting on canvas, attributed to celebrated Russian artist and illustrator Nikolai Kusmin (1890 - 1987), captures the gentle beauty of spring lilac flowers with wonderful delicacy and grace. Set against softly draped fabric, the composition demonstrates sophisticated technical execution through translucent glazes and subtle tonal gradations, conveying the ephemeral beauty of the flowers with naturalistic depth and atmospheric quality while maintaining structural integrity and compositional balance. The work demonstrates Kusmin's distinguished artistic technique and his capacity to elevate quotidian subject matter through romantic interpretation executed with characteristic grace and verisimilitude. An excellent example of authentic Russian mid-20th-century still life art, ideal for adding a romantic accent to any collection or interior.
DETAILS:
Artist: Signed at lower right. Attributed to celebrated Russian artist and illustrator Nikolai Kusmin (1890 - 1987). Works by Kusmin are represented in major museum collections throughout Russia and worldwide.
Medium: Oil painting on canvas.
Image dimensions (approx.): 52 x 91 cm (20.5 × 35.8 inches)
Condition: Overall in very good condition and ready to hang, with only minor age-related wear.
Framed dimensions (approx.): 65.8 x 103.3 cm (25.9 × 40.7 inches)
Frame: Overall in normal condition, with minor losses and age-related wear. Gallery stamp "Taidesalonki, Annankatu" on the frame establishes exhibition history within the Finnish gallery network. ONLY the canvas on stretcher is sold. The frame is considered a gift (or bonus), has no value, and is not covered by our shipping damage warranty. But you can rest assured that no matter what, we will still try our best when packing the item. Please be aware of this and bid accordingly!
Shipping: Approx. weight 5.1 kg; packed approx. weight 7-8 kg. Secure, insured worldwide shipping available.
Notes: Please refer to the high-resolution photographs that form part of the condition report. Colors and tonal values may vary when viewed in person, depending on viewing conditions and ambient lighting.