Bidspirit auction | Nikolai Ivanovich Golikov (1924–2011)

Nikolai Ivanovich Golikov (1924–2011) - Decorative Panel (Plate) “Summer Troika”. Palekh, USSR, 1970. Papier-mâché, egg tempera, raised gold, lacquer. Diameter 22 cm Condition report: Signs of wear. Provenance: From the personal working archive of the Golikov family. Created and preserved by Nikolai Ivanovich Golikov. A work by Nikolai Ivanovich Golikov, one of the leading masters of the Palekh school, Honoured Artist of the RSFSR, and son of Ivan Ivanovich Golikov. Dating to the 1970s, the composition centres on the highly recognisable troika motif. The scene is structured around the dynamic movement of the horse team, set against a dark ground. Figures are rendered in the artist’s characteristic expressive manner, with emphasis on rhythm and motion. Landscape and decorative elements are integrated into a unified pictorial space. The palette combines rich greens, coral tones, and gold, with extensive use of raised gold. Fine detailing is executed using the traditional multi-layered tempera technique. Collecting & Investment Potential: Works by Nikolai Ivanovich Golikov are held in major museum collections and form part of the established canon of Palekh miniature painting. The troika is one of the most recognisable and commercially most wanted motifs within Palekh art. Works from the 1970s represent a key period in the artist’s career and maintain strong market interest. A classic and highly recognisable composition by Nikolai Ivanovich Golikov from a key period of his career. Works of this type remain consistently sought after by collectors.