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1930s Soviet Art Portfolio: Selected Works of Art - Item/Description: 1930s Soviet Art Portfolio: Selected Works of Art from the Fine Art Museums of USSR. Historical item large-format portfolio titled ”Selected Works of Art from the Fine Art Museums of USSR, ” dating from the 1930s. Compiled during the tenure of A. V. Lunacharsky, the Soviet People's Commissar of Enlightenment, such collections were often produced for international diplomatic or cultural exchange to showcase the ”Treasures of the Republics.” The portfolio contains loose color plates featuring masterpieces from the Hermitage, Pushkin State Museum, and Tretyakov Gallery, ranging from Old Masters to early Socialist Realism. The distressed black cover features a constructivist-inspired red typeface, characteristic of early Soviet graphic design. (Russian Art History, ”Children”, Sasha and Yura Serov, Valentin Serov, ”Running Dogs”, Constant Troyon) Material: Paper Dimensions: Length: 22”; Width: 11”; Height: 3” Condition: Signs of age, use, and wear include some paper loss, foxing, edge wear, fraying, and some markings. Age: 1930s Provenance: Private Estate Shipping: $25 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding. 527