Bidspirit auction | LUCIEN DULFAN RUSSIAN-AMERICAN IMPASTO PAINTING

LUCIEN DULFAN RUSSIAN-AMERICAN IMPASTO PAINTING THE GAME - An original mixed media and heavy impasto oil on canvas painting by Lucien Dulfan (Russian/American, b. 1942). Executed in an expressive, highly textural relief style, the composition depicts two abstracted figures seated at a green card table, surrounded by scattered playing cards and coins. The work features a rich, earthy palette with vibrant undertones built up through aggressive sculptural paint application. Signed and dated '98 in the lower right corner. The reverse canvas is inscribed in red pigment with the creator's name ”Dulfan!”, a New York area code phone number, the Cyrillic title ”ИГРА - ИГРА” (Game - Game), and the year ”1998”. neo-expressionism, Odessa school, poker artwork, casino motif, three-dimensional surface, thick pigment, underground art, gambling theme. Dimensions Frame: 30 1/2 x 41 in. Image 28 1/4 x 38 in. Condition Excellent visual condition. The heavily textured impasto surface appears stable and well-adhered, with no visible signs of flaking, cracking, or paint loss. The canvas is taut. The frame shows minor edge wear consistent with standard handling. No apparent restorations or damages noted under standard lighting conditions.