Original 1952 David Burliuk Fisherman Catching Mermaid Expressionist Oil SIGNED

Description: This listing is for “Untitled (Fisherman Catching Mermaid), 1952” by David Burliuk (1882-1967) pictured above. About this work: A whimsical painting of a fisherman and mermaid by renowned artist David Burliuk (1882-1967). This work is a fine example of his primitive/expressionist style that he developed and used during his later years in the United States. The subject matter is inspired by his time spent on Long Island, where lived and painted for decades. The loose brushwork and expressive faces complement this humorous scene. The work is oil on panel (possibly found panel) and is signed and dated in the lower left. It is mounted to a wooden frame with cloth lining. Size: 6.5 inches tall by 6.75 inches wide (painting) 11.5 inches tall by 11.5 inches wide (frame) Provenance: Private collection, PA; Acquired from the above About the artist: David Burliuk was a central figure in the history of the Russian avant-garde movement as an accomplished poet, art critic, and exhibition organizer. "He was one of the world's first hippies, and painted the words 'I Burliuk' on his forehead and stood on street corners reciting poetry." He was born into a privileged class of Russian society. His wife was educated with the Czar's children, and he was well positioned to become an artistic leader. Burliuk studied at the Kazan School of Fine Arts in 1898, and then studied in Odessa, Moscow, Munich, and in Paris at the Ecole des Beaux Arts. His early works were fauve-like, "violent in color and heavy with paint" and were exhibited with the Blue Riders in Munich. In Russia, as a breaker of artistic tradition, he was expelled in 1911 from the Moscow Institute. With other futurists, he undertook a public campaign with lectures, journals and films--all focused on the craziness of modern, industrial life. With the advent of World War I, he left Russia and traveled for four years including to Siberia, Japan, and the South Seas. To start all over again, he moved to America in 1922 and settled on Long Island where he continued to paint until his death there in 1967. His subjects range from neo-primitive paintings to peasant life in Russia to futurist depictions of South Sea fishermen. Much of his painting in Russia vanished in the Russian Revolution. Throughout his life, Burliuk was innovative, energetic and upbeat. In the United States, he developed his "radio style", a style that involved symbolism, neo-primitivism, and expressionism. "But Burliuk's early work in pre-revolutionary experimental art was his most creative." Source: Michael David Zellman, 300 Years of American Art Condition: Wear along edges, likely inherent to chosen medium. Scattered small surface marks/losses. Frame with typical wear from handling. It is ready to be displayed and enjoyed! This work will be carefully packed and shipped with insurance and signature confirmation. Free local pick up is also available. International buyers - please note I cannot lower the declared value of the package for customs. I frequently receive messages from people after I sell an item, asking if it is definitely gone. If something catches your eye, don't hesitate to inquire before it is sold! Feel free to ask any questions.

Price: 1200 USD

Location: Morrisville, Pennsylvania

End Time: 2023-07-26T18:42:47.000Z

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