Bidspirit auction | BORIS RAKHAMIMOV RUSSIAN SURREALIST UNTITLED

BORIS RAKHAMIMOV RUSSIAN SURREALIST UNTITLED OIL PAINTING - By Boris Rakhamimov (Russian/American, 1950–2023), an untitled surrealist oil on canvas board, executed in 1983. The composition features an abstract anthropomorphic bust with an elongated ochre face, a stylized gesturing hand, and flowing white drapery set against a dark olive background, resting above a lobed scroll base. Signed and dated 'BORIS RAKHAMIMOV 1983' in black paint along the lower central scroll. The reverse retains a Grumbacher Plyex Canvas Foundation Board manufacturer stamp confirming dimensions, and the lot is framed in a Revel Frames parcel-gilt wooden molding with a textile fillet bearing a workshop label verso. This work is illustrated on page 130 of the artist's retrospective publication 'In Memory of Boris Rakhamimov'. contemporary artwork, Soviet emigre, avant-garde, modernist portraiture, expressionism, metaphysical, biomorphic form, fine art auctions. Please note that the catalog is shown for reference purposes only and is not included with the sale of the lot. Dimensions Frame: 45 x 33 in. Image: 35 x 23 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Condition is consistent with age and medium. The paint surface on canvas board appears stable, with light surface dust and minor faint pinpoint abrasions in localized areas. The reverse of the foundation board displays light age toning and scattered studio splatter. The molded wood frame with linen fillet shows minor cosmetic edge wear and corner rubbing.