Konstantin Mihailovich Kuzginov Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Konstantin Mihailovich Kuzginov Art Value Price Guide

Jul. 23, 2022
RUSSIAN SOVIET PAINTING BY KONSTANTIN KUZGINOV
Est: $100 - $150
Konstantin Kuzginov, Russian, 1913 to 2008, watercolor on paper portrait painting of a Soviet officer, 1945. Signed and dated lower right. With the initials of the artist on verso. Konstantin Mikhailovich Kuzginov, a Soviet graphic artist, poster artist, illustrator, and designer, a member of the Union of Artists of the USSR, studied at the art studio of the club of S. M. Zuev. Graduated from the Moscow Art College named in the memory of 1905. Participated in the Great Patriotic War. Russian Soviet Art Collectibles.
Antique Arena Inc
Jul. 12, 2020
A SOVIET PROPAGANDA POSTER BY KONSTANTIN KUZGINOV
Est: $100 - $150
A Soviet propaganda poster "Dadim Rodine bol'she stali!" ["Let's give our country more steel!"]. Artist Konstantin Kuzginov (1913–2008). Published by "ISKUSSTVO", Moscow, 1952. Circulation: 100,000 copies. An elongated poster with a quote from Joseph Stalin and an image of a steel mill.
Antique Arena Inc
Sep. 29, 2019
TWO SOVIET MUSICAL POSTCARDS BY S. SAHAROV AND K. KUZGINOV
Est: $25 - $50
SERGEI SAHAROV (RUSSIAN 1906-1969), KONSTANTIN KUZGINOV (1913-2008) A Set of Two Soviet Musical Postcards with Song Lyrics, 1955-1956 each 15.5 x 32.5 cm (6 1/8 x 12 3/4 in.); opened attributions lower middle PROVENANCE This lot comes from the collection of Viktor Kholodkov (1948-2015), who fulfilled his passion for books, avant-garde design and paper memorabilia by devoting his life to collecting and dealing of prominent works of Russian graphic art of the first half of the 20th century. The dedicated collector acquired a multitude of books and artworks throughout decades, meticulously labeling and archiving every single item. Many came directly from the most preeminent artists of the time, as well as from their families and estates. He also possessed a vast number of drawings from the famous collection of another avant-garde enthusiast, Nikolai Khardzhiev. After leaving the USSR in 1989 and settling in California, Viktor continued his work as a Soviet art dealer and critic, actively publishing various articles and contributing to several major Russian avant-garde exhibitions across the U.S., such as the 1991 Russia Under Fire in the 40s on the West Coast and the 1992 Guggenheim exhibition The Great Utopia: The Russian and Soviet Avant-Garde. Kholodkov also contributed to the archives of the biggest American institutions. His sophisticated selection of over 2000 Russian sheet music covers was acquired by The Library of Congress, and an extensive amount of material related to VKhUTEMAS is now at the J. Paul Getty Museum. SHIPPING FOR THIS ITEM ONLY, in the continental US, via USPS including insurance: $80 If you are buying multiple items, or your shipping address is international, please contact us before or after the auction for a shipping quote via email: info@shapiroauctions.com or call us: +1 (212) 717-7500.
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Sep. 29, 2019
KONSTANTIN KUZGINOV (RUSSIAN B.1913), Crimea, gouache drawing
Est: $200 - $300
KONSTANTIN KUZGINOV (RUSSIAN B.1913) Crimea, 1954 gouache on paper 74.5 x 57 cm (29 3/8 x 22 1/2 in.) signed and dated lower right PROVENANCEThis lot comes from the collection of Viktor Kholodkov (1948-2015), who fulfilled his passion for books, avant-garde design and paper memorabilia by devoting his life to collecting and dealing of prominent works of Russian graphic art of the first half of the 20th century. The dedicated collector acquired a multitude of books and artworks throughout decades, meticulously labeling and archiving every single item. Many came directly from the most preeminent artists of the time, as well as from their families and estates. He also possessed a vast number of drawings from the famous collection of another avant-garde enthusiast, Nikolai Khardzhiev. After leaving the USSR in 1989 and settling in California, Viktor continued his work as a Soviet art dealer and critic, actively publishing various articles and contributing to several major Russian avant-garde exhibitions across the U.S., such as the 1991 Russia Under Fire in the 40s on the West Coast and the 1992 Guggenheim exhibition The Great Utopia: The Russian and Soviet Avant-Garde. Kholodkov also contributed to the archives of the biggest American institutions. His sophisticated selection of over 2000 Russian sheet music covers was acquired by The Library of Congress, and an extensive amount of material related to VKhUTEMAS is now at the J. Paul Getty Museum. SHIPPING FOR THIS ITEM ONLY, in the continental US, via USPS including insurance: $80 If you are buying multiple items, or your shipping address is international, please contact us before or after the auction for a shipping quote via email: info@shapiroauctions.com or call us: +1 (212) 717-7500.
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Jul. 13, 2019
KUZGINOV KONSTANTIN MIKHAILOVICH (RUSSIAN 1913-?), Original 1950s Soviet Agitposter Maquette for Cotton, gouache and Pencil Drawing
Est: $200 - $400
KUZGINOV KONSTANTIN MIKHAILOVICH (RUSSIAN 1913-?) Original Agitposter Maquette for Cotton, 1950s gouache and pencil on paper 94 x 35 cm (37 x 13 3/4 in.) PROVENANCE This lot comes from the collection of Viktor Kholodkov (1948-2015), who fulfilled his passion for books, avant-garde design and paper memorabilia by devoting his life to collecting and dealing of prominent works of Russian graphic art of the first half of the 20th century. The dedicated collector acquired a multitude of books and artworks throughout decades, meticulously labeling and archiving every single item. Many came directly from the most preeminent artists of the time, as well as from their families and estates. He also possessed a vast number of drawings from the famous collection of another avant-garde enthusiast, Nikolai Khardzhiev. After leaving the USSR in 1989 and settling in California, Viktor continued his work as a Soviet art dealer and critic, actively publishing various articles and contributing to several major Russian avant-garde exhibitions across the U.S., such as the 1991 Russia Under Fire in the 40s on the West Coast and the 1992 Guggenheim exhibition The Great Utopia: The Russian and Soviet Avant-Garde. Kholodkov also contributed to the archives of the biggest American institutions. His sophisticated selection of over 2000 Russian sheet music covers was acquired by The Library of Congress, and an extensive amount of material related to VKhUTEMAS is now at the J. Paul Getty Museum. Please contact us via email: info@shapiroauctions.com or call us at +1 (212) 717-7500 before or after the auction for a shipping quote for this item.
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Jan. 27, 2018
KUZGINOV, 1955 Tabel-Kalendar, 1954
Est: $150 - $250
KUZGINOV KONSTANTIN MIKHAILOVICH (RUSSIAN 1913-?), 1955 Tabel-Kalendar [Calendar for schoolchildren], 1954, print, 28 x 43.2 cm (11 x 17 in.), signed lower right and dated lower left LOT NOTES Konstantin Kuzginov was a Russian (Soviet) graphic artist best known for his posters and book illustrations. A graduate of the Moscow Arts School (MKhU). During the Second World War, Kuzginov served as an instructor in Arzamas and participated in the 1945 offensive with the 2nd Belorussian Front, traveling as far as Poland before returning home as a lieutenant. Following the war, Kuzginov worked as a designer for the All-State Chamber of Commerce, creating panels for Soviet exhibitions abroad. His works are also published in journals such as "Murzilka", "Knowledge is Power", "Science and Life", with the Getgiz children`s publishing house, and many others. He often collaborated with Sergei Sakharov, fellow designer and friend. PROVENANCE INFORMATION This lot comes from the collection of Viktor Kholodkov (1948-2015), who fulfilled his passion for books, avant-garde design and paper memorabilia by devoting his life to collecting and dealing of prominent works of Russian graphic art of the first half of the 20th century. The dedicated collector acquired a multitude of books and artworks throughout decades, meticulously labeling and archiving every single item. Many came directly from the most preeminent artists of the time, as well as from their families and estates. He also possessed a vast number of drawings from the famous collection of another avant-garde enthusiast, Nikolai Khardzhiev. After leaving the USSR in 1989 and settling in California, Viktor continued his work as a Soviet art dealer and critic, actively publishing various articles and contributing to several major Russian avant-garde exhibitions across the U.S., such as the 1991 Russia Under Fire in the 40s on the West Coast and the 1992 Guggenheim exhibition The Great Utopia: The Russian and Soviet Avant-Garde. Kholodkov also contributed to the archives of the biggest American institutions. His sophisticated selection of over 2000 Russian sheet music covers was acquired by The Library of Congress, and an extensive amount of material related to VKhUTEMAS is now at the J. Paul Getty Museum.
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Jan. 27, 2018
KUZGINOV, Self-portrait, 1945
Est: $300 - $500
KUZGINOV KONSTANTIN MIKHAILOVICH (RUSSIAN 1913-?), Self-portrait, 1945, watercolor on paper, 30.5 x 22.5 cm (12 x 8 3/4 in.), signed and dated lower right LOT NOTES Konstantin Kuzginov was a Russian (Soviet) graphic artist best known for his posters and book illustrations. A graduate of the Moscow Arts School (MKhU). During the Second World War, Kuzginov served as an instructor in Arzamas and participated in the 1945 offensive with the 2nd Belorussian Front, traveling as far as Poland before returning home as a lieutenant. Following the war, Kuzginov worked as a designer for the All-State Chamber of Commerce, creating panels for Soviet exhibitions abroad. His works are also published in journals such as "Murzilka", "Knowledge is Power", "Science and Life", with the Getgiz children`s publishing house, and many others. He often collaborated with Sergei Sakharov, fellow designer and friend. PROVENANCE INFORMATION This lot comes from the collection of Viktor Kholodkov (1948-2015), who fulfilled his passion for books, avant-garde design and paper memorabilia by devoting his life to collecting and dealing of prominent works of Russian graphic art of the first half of the 20th century. The dedicated collector acquired a multitude of books and artworks throughout decades, meticulously labeling and archiving every single item. Many came directly from the most preeminent artists of the time, as well as from their families and estates. He also possessed a vast number of drawings from the famous collection of another avant-garde enthusiast, Nikolai Khardzhiev. After leaving the USSR in 1989 and settling in California, Viktor continued his work as a Soviet art dealer and critic, actively publishing various articles and contributing to several major Russian avant-garde exhibitions across the U.S., such as the 1991 Russia Under Fire in the 40s on the West Coast and the 1992 Guggenheim exhibition The Great Utopia: The Russian and Soviet Avant-Garde. Kholodkov also contributed to the archives of the biggest American institutions. His sophisticated selection of over 2000 Russian sheet music covers was acquired by The Library of Congress, and an extensive amount of material related to VKhUTEMAS is now at the J. Paul Getty Museum.
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Jan. 27, 2018
KUZGINOV, Youth for Peace, 1953
Est: $150 - $250
KUZGINOV KONSTANTIN MIKHAILOVICH (RUSSIAN 1913-?), Soviet youth in struggle for peace, 1953, gouache on paper, 20.5 x 14 cm (8 x 5 1/2 in.), signed Kuzginov on verso. Original poster design for the IV International Festival of Youth and Students "For Peace and Friendship", held in Bucharest, August 1953. LOT NOTES Konstantin Kuzginov was a Russian (Soviet) graphic artist best known for his posters and book illustrations. A graduate of the Moscow Arts School (MKhU). During the Second World War, Kuzginov served as an instructor in Arzamas and participated in the 1945 offensive with the 2nd Belorussian Front, traveling as far as Poland before returning home as a lieutenant. Following the war, Kuzginov worked as a designer for the All-State Chamber of Commerce, creating panels for Soviet exhibitions abroad. His works are also published in journals such as "Murzilka", "Knowledge is Power", "Science and Life", with the Getgiz children`s publishing house, and many others. He often collaborated with Sergei Sakharov, fellow designer and friend. PROVENANCE INFORMATION This lot comes from the collection of Viktor Kholodkov (1948-2015), who fulfilled his passion for books, avant-garde design and paper memorabilia by devoting his life to collecting and dealing of prominent works of Russian graphic art of the first half of the 20th century. The dedicated collector acquired a multitude of books and artworks throughout decades, meticulously labeling and archiving every single item. Many came directly from the most preeminent artists of the time, as well as from their families and estates. He also possessed a vast number of drawings from the famous collection of another avant-garde enthusiast, Nikolai Khardzhiev. After leaving the USSR in 1989 and settling in California, Viktor continued his work as a Soviet art dealer and critic, actively publishing various articles and contributing to several major Russian avant-garde exhibitions across the U.S., such as the 1991 Russia Under Fire in the 40s on the West Coast and the 1992 Guggenheim exhibition The Great Utopia: The Russian and Soviet Avant-Garde. Kholodkov also contributed to the archives of the biggest American institutions. His sophisticated selection of over 2000 Russian sheet music covers was acquired by The Library of Congress, and an extensive amount of material related to VKhUTEMAS is now at the J. Paul Getty Museum.
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Jan. 27, 2018
KUZGINOV, Subbotnik, 1957
Est: $250 - $350
KUZGINOV KONSTANTIN MIKHAILOVICH (RUSSIAN 1913-?), Vse na Subbotnik [All Should Go to Subbotnik], 1957, gouache on paper, 34.5 x 23 cm (13 1/2 x 9 in.), signed and dated on verso LOT NOTES Konstantin Kuzginov was a Russian (Soviet) graphic artist best known for his posters and book illustrations. A graduate of the Moscow Arts School (MKhU). During the Second World War, Kuzginov served as an instructor in Arzamas and participated in the 1945 offensive with the 2nd Belorussian Front, traveling as far as Poland before returning home as a lieutenant. Following the war, Kuzginov worked as a designer for the All-State Chamber of Commerce, creating panels for Soviet exhibitions abroad. His works are also published in journals such as "Murzilka", "Knowledge is Power", "Science and Life", with the Getgiz children`s publishing house, and many others. He often collaborated with Sergei Sakharov, fellow designer and friend. PROVENANCE INFORMATION This lot comes from the collection of Viktor Kholodkov (1948-2015), who fulfilled his passion for books, avant-garde design and paper memorabilia by devoting his life to collecting and dealing of prominent works of Russian graphic art of the first half of the 20th century. The dedicated collector acquired a multitude of books and artworks throughout decades, meticulously labeling and archiving every single item. Many came directly from the most preeminent artists of the time, as well as from their families and estates. He also possessed a vast number of drawings from the famous collection of another avant-garde enthusiast, Nikolai Khardzhiev. After leaving the USSR in 1989 and settling in California, Viktor continued his work as a Soviet art dealer and critic, actively publishing various articles and contributing to several major Russian avant-garde exhibitions across the U.S., such as the 1991 Russia Under Fire in the 40s on the West Coast and the 1992 Guggenheim exhibition The Great Utopia: The Russian and Soviet Avant-Garde. Kholodkov also contributed to the archives of the biggest American institutions. His sophisticated selection of over 2000 Russian sheet music covers was acquired by The Library of Congress, and an extensive amount of material related to VKhUTEMAS is now at the J. Paul Getty Museum.
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Nov. 30, 2017
SAKHAROV and KUZGINOV, GLAVTABAK c. 1950s
Est: $150 - $250
KUZGINOV KONSTANTIN MIKHAILOVICH (RUSSIAN 1913-?) and SAKHAROV SERGEI GEORGIEVICH (RUSSIAN 1906-1969), GLAVTABAK, color lithograph print, (Moscow: Prodoformlenie, c. 1950s), closed booklet 8vo (275 x 195 mm). Text in Russian. LOT NOTES Konstantin Kuzginov was a Russian (Soviet) graphic artist best known for his posters and book illustrations. A graduate of the Moscow Arts School (MKhU). During the Second World War, Kuzginov served as an instructor in Arzamas and participated in the 1945 offensive with the 2nd Belorussian Front, traveling as far as Poland before returning home as a lieutenant. Following the war, Kuzginov worked as a designer for the All-State Chamber of Commerce, creating panels for Soviet exhibitions abroad. His works are also published in journals such as "Murzilka", "Knowledge is Power", "Science and Life", with the Getgiz children`s publishing house, and many others. The following work is one of many of Kuzginov`s collaborations with Sergei Sakharov, fellow designer and friend. Sergei Sakharov was a prolific Russian (Soviet) commercial graphic artist whose best-known works were commercial posters. Like Kuzginov, Sakharov worked closely with the All-State Chamber of Commerce, (where he worked for over a decade from 1944-1950 and 1952-1954) as well as with companies such as "Aeroflot". Born in Nizhny Novgorod in 1906, Sakharov spent his early life in his home city, studying at the Nizhegorodksiy Technical Arts College (1926-1928). After the college was closed in 1928, Sakharov and his class were transferred en masse to the A.P. Bogolyubov Saratov Arts College, from which he graduated in 1930. Sakharov was one of a handful of artists who brought the sensibilities of the so-called Stalinist Empire Style — typically associated with large architectural and sculptural projects — to the scale of the poster. A participant of many all-state and regional exhibitions, Sakharov also held a personal exhibition in Moscow in 1957. His posters reside in collections of the Russian State Library as well as private collections in Russia and abroad. PROVENANCE INFORMATION This lot comes from the collection of Viktor Kholodkov (1948-2015), who fulfilled his passion for books, avant-garde design and paper memorabilia by devoting his life to collecting and dealing of prominent works of Russian graphic art of the first half of the 20th century. The dedicated collector acquired a multitude of books and artworks throughout decades, meticulously labeling and archiving every single item. Many came directly from the most preeminent artists of the time, as well as from their families and estates. He also possessed a vast number of drawings from the famous collection of another avant-garde enthusiast, Nikolai Khardzhiev. After leaving the USSR in 1989 and settling in California, Viktor continued his work as a Soviet art dealer and critic, actively publishing various articles and contributing to several major Russian avant-garde exhibitions across the U.S., such as the 1991 Russia Under Fire in the 40s on the West Coast and the 1992 Guggenheim exhibition The Great Utopia: The Russian and Soviet Avant-Garde. Kholodkov also contributed to the archives of the biggest American institutions. His sophisticated selection of over 2000 Russian sheet music covers was acquired by The Library of Congress, and an extensive amount of material related to VKhUTEMAS is now at the J. Paul Getty Museum.
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Nov. 30, 2017
KUZGINOV, original poster design, 1947
Est: $200 - $300
KUZGINOV KONSTANTIN MIKHAILOVICH (RUSSIAN 1913-?), [Soldier], [Moscow], 1947, goauche on paper, 34.5 x 23 cm (13 1/2 x 9 1/8 in.), signed and dated lower right LOT NOTES Konstantin Kuzginov was a Russian (Soviet) graphic artist best known for his posters and book illustrations. A graduate of the Moscow Arts School (MKhU). During the Second World War, Kuzginov served as an instructor in Arzamas and participated in the 1945 offensive with the 2nd Belorussian Front, traveling as far as Poland before returning home as a lieutenant. Following the war, Kuzginov works as a designer for the All-State Chamber of Commerce, creating panels for Soviet exhibitions abroad. His works are also published in journals such as "Murzilka", "Knowledge is Power", "Science and Life", with the Getgiz children`s publishing house, and many others. He often collaborated with Sergei Sakharov, fellow designer and friend. PROVENANCE INFORMATION This lot comes from the collection of Viktor Kholodkov (1948-2015), who fulfilled his passion for books, avant-garde design and paper memorabilia by devoting his life to collecting and dealing of prominent works of Russian graphic art of the first half of the 20th century. The dedicated collector acquired a multitude of books and artworks throughout decades, meticulously labeling and archiving every single item. Many came directly from the most preeminent artists of the time, as well as from their families and estates. He also possessed a vast number of drawings from the famous collection of another avant-garde enthusiast, Nikolai Khardzhiev. After leaving the USSR in 1989 and settling in California, Viktor continued his work as a Soviet art dealer and critic, actively publishing various articles and contributing to several major Russian avant-garde exhibitions across the U.S., such as the 1991 Russia Under Fire in the 40s on the West Coast and the 1992 Guggenheim exhibition The Great Utopia: The Russian and Soviet Avant-Garde. Kholodkov also contributed to the archives of the biggest American institutions. His sophisticated selection of over 2000 Russian sheet music covers was acquired by The Library of Congress, and an extensive amount of material related to VKhUTEMAS is now at the J. Paul Getty Museum.
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Nov. 30, 2017
SAKHAROV and KUZGINOV, vodka advertisement c. 1950s
Est: $150 - $250
KUZGINOV KONSTANTIN MIKHAILOVICH (RUSSIAN 1913-?) and SAKHAROV SERGEI GEORGIEVICH (RUSSIAN 1906-1969), color lithograph print, (Moscow: Prodintorg, 1950s), sheet size (unfolded): 24.3 x 29 cm (9 1/2 x 11 1/2 in.) Text in English and Russian. LOT NOTES Konstantin Kuzginov was a Russian (Soviet) graphic artist best known for his posters and book illustrations. A graduate of the Moscow Arts School (MKhU). During the Second World War, Kuzginov served as an instructor in Arzamas and participated in the 1945 offensive with the 2nd Belorussian Front, traveling as far as Poland before returning home as a lieutenant. Following the war, Kuzginov worked as a designer for the All-State Chamber of Commerce, creating panels for Soviet exhibitions abroad. His works are also published in journals such as "Murzilka", "Knowledge is Power", "Science and Life", with the Getgiz children`s publishing house, and many others. The following work is one of many of Kuzginov`s collaborations with Sergei Sakharov, fellow designer and friend. Sergei Sakharov was a prolific Russian (Soviet) commercial graphic artist whose best-known works were commercial posters. Like Kuzginov, Sakharov worked closely with the All-State Chamber of Commerce, (where he worked for over a decade from 1944-1950 and 1952-1954) as well as with companies such as "Aeroflot". Born in Nizhny Novgorod in 1906, Sakharov spent his early life in his home city, studying at the Nizhegorodksiy Technical Arts College (1926-1928). After the college was closed in 1928, Sakharov and his class were transferred en masse to the A.P. Bogolyubov Saratov Arts College, from which he graduated in 1930. Sakharov was one of a handful of artists who brought the sensibilities of the so-called Stalinist Empire Style — typically associated with large architectural and sculptural projects — to the scale of the poster. A participant of many all-state and regional exhibitions, Sakharov also held a personal exhibition in Moscow in 1957. His posters reside in collections of the Russian State Library as well as private collections in Russia and abroad. PROVENANCE INFORMATION This lot comes from the collection of Viktor Kholodkov (1948-2015), who fulfilled his passion for books, avant-garde design and paper memorabilia by devoting his life to collecting and dealing of prominent works of Russian graphic art of the first half of the 20th century. The dedicated collector acquired a multitude of books and artworks throughout decades, meticulously labeling and archiving every single item. Many came directly from the most preeminent artists of the time, as well as from their families and estates. He also possessed a vast number of drawings from the famous collection of another avant-garde enthusiast, Nikolai Khardzhiev. After leaving the USSR in 1989 and settling in California, Viktor continued his work as a Soviet art dealer and critic, actively publishing various articles and contributing to several major Russian avant-garde exhibitions across the U.S., such as the 1991 Russia Under Fire in the 40s on the West Coast and the 1992 Guggenheim exhibition The Great Utopia: The Russian and Soviet Avant-Garde. Kholodkov also contributed to the archives of the biggest American institutions. His sophisticated selection of over 2000 Russian sheet music covers was acquired by The Library of Congress, and an extensive amount of material related to VKhUTEMAS is now at the J. Paul Getty Museum.
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Nov. 30, 2017
A PORTRAIT OF A MAN BY KUZGINOV, 1956
Est: $150 - $250
KUZGINOV KONSTANTIN MIKHAILOVICH (RUSSIAN 1913-?), [Portrait of a Man], [Moscow], 1956, watercolor and gouache on paper, 35.8 x 30 cm (14 1/16 x 11 13/16in.), signed and dated lower right LOT NOTES Konstantin Kuzginov was a Russian (Soviet) graphic artist best known for his posters and book illustrations. A graduate of the Moscow Arts School (MKhU). During the Second World War, Kuzginov served as an instructor in Arzamas and participated in the 1945 offensive with the 2nd Belorussian Front, traveling as far as Poland before returning home as a lieutenant. Following the war, Kuzginov works as a designer for the All-State Chamber of Commerce, creating panels for Soviet exhibitions abroad. His works are also published in journals such as "Murzilka", "Knowledge is Power", "Science and Life", with the Getgiz children`s publishing house, and many others. He often collaborated with Sergei Sakharov, fellow designer and friend. PROVENANCE INFORMATION This lot comes from the collection of Viktor Kholodkov (1948-2015), who fulfilled his passion for books, avant-garde design and paper memorabilia by devoting his life to collecting and dealing of prominent works of Russian graphic art of the first half of the 20th century. The dedicated collector acquired a multitude of books and artworks throughout decades, meticulously labeling and archiving every single item. Many came directly from the most preeminent artists of the time, as well as from their families and estates. He also possessed a vast number of drawings from the famous collection of another avant-garde enthusiast, Nikolai Khardzhiev. After leaving the USSR in 1989 and settling in California, Viktor continued his work as a Soviet art dealer and critic, actively publishing various articles and contributing to several major Russian avant-garde exhibitions across the U.S., such as the 1991 Russia Under Fire in the 40s on the West Coast and the 1992 Guggenheim exhibition The Great Utopia: The Russian and Soviet Avant-Garde. Kholodkov also contributed to the archives of the biggest American institutions. His sophisticated selection of over 2000 Russian sheet music covers was acquired by The Library of Congress, and an extensive amount of material related to VKhUTEMAS is now at the J. Paul Getty Museum.
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May. 31, 2017
KONSTANTIN MIKHAILOVICH KUZGINOV (RUSSIAN 1913-?)
Est: $400 - $600
KONSTANTIN MIKHAILOVICH KUZGINOV (RUSSIAN 1913-?) Crimea, 1954 gouache on paper 74.5 x 57 cm (29 3/8 x 22 1/2 in.) signed and dated lower left PROVENANCE Acquired directly from the family of the artist by Abram Chudnovskiy Collection of Viktor Kholodkov LOT NOTES Viktor Kholodkov (1948-2015) fulfilled his passion for books, avant-garde design and paper memorabilia by devoting his life to collecting and dealing of prominent works of Russian graphic art of the first half of the 20th century. The dedicated collector acquired a multitude of books and artworks throughout decades, meticulously labeling and archiving every single item. Many came directly from the most preeminent artists of the time, as well as from their families and estates. He also possessed a vast number of drawings from the famous collection of another avant-garde enthusiast, Nikolai Khardzhiev. After leaving the USSR in 1989 and settling in California, Viktor continued his work as a Soviet art dealer and critic, actively publishing various articles and contributing to several major Russian avant-garde exhibitions across the U.S., such as the 1991 Russia Under Fire in the 40s on the West Coast and the 1992 Guggenheim exhibition The Great Utopia: The Russian and Soviet Avant-Garde. Kholodkov also contributed to the archives of the biggest American institutions. His sophisticated selection of over 2000 Russian sheet music covers was acquired by The Library of Congress, and an extensive amount of material related to VKhUTEMAS is now at the J. Paul Getty Museum.
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May. 31, 2017
KONSTANTIN MIKHAILOVICH KUZGINOV (RUSSIAN 1913-?)
Est: $500 - $700
KONSTANTIN MIKHAILOVICH KUZGINOV (RUSSIAN 1913-?) May Day. [Original postcard maquette], 1952 gouache on paper 33 x 21 cm (13 x 8 1/4 in.) signed and dated on mat; inscribed on verso PROVENANCE Collection of Viktor Kholodkov LOT NOTES Viktor Kholodkov (1948-2015) fulfilled his passion for books, avant-garde design and paper memorabilia by devoting his life to collecting and dealing of prominent works of Russian graphic art of the first half of the 20th century. The dedicated collector acquired a multitude of books and artworks throughout decades, meticulously labeling and archiving every single item. Many came directly from the most preeminent artists of the time, as well as from their families and estates. He also possessed a vast number of drawings from the famous collection of another avant-garde enthusiast, Nikolai Khardzhiev. After leaving the USSR in 1989 and settling in California, Viktor continued his work as a Soviet art dealer and critic, actively publishing various articles and contributing to several major Russian avant-garde exhibitions across the U.S., such as the 1991 Russia Under Fire in the 40s on the West Coast and the 1992 Guggenheim exhibition The Great Utopia: The Russian and Soviet Avant-Garde. Kholodkov also contributed to the archives of the biggest American institutions. His sophisticated selection of over 2000 Russian sheet music covers was acquired by The Library of Congress, and an extensive amount of material related to VKhUTEMAS is now at the J. Paul Getty Museum.
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Aug. 20, 2016
A RUSSIAN PORTRAIT OF A BALTIC SAILOR BY KUZGINOV, 1943
Est: $100 - $200
KONSTANTIN MIHAILOVICH KUZGINOV (RUSSIAN 1913-?), A Proud Sailor, 1943, watercolor on paper, 15 7/8 x 11 1/4 in (40.3 x 28.6 cm), signed and dated lower right
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