בידספיריט | Lyubov Popova (1889–1924, Russia) Seated Female

Lyubov Popova (1889–1924, Russia) Seated Female Figure Cubism / Cubo-Futurism - Oil on canvas Signed (bottom left) Dimensions: Including frame: 148 x 118 cm Excluding frame: 115 x 85.5 cm Provenance: From the estate of Eli Gvirtsman, born in Poland, immigrated to Israel in 1935. He served as the director of Beit Hatfutsot (The Museum of the Jewish Diaspora), the National Library of Israel, and the Museum in Jerusalem. In 1961, he won the competition for the architect of Beit Hatfutsot and Tel Aviv University. He passed away at the age of 91. Part of the estate includes artworks, some inherited from his parents and some acquired during his lifetime. Eli Gvirtsman is regarded as one of Israel’s most influential and respected figures. Notes: Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Dr. Patricia Reiling, London, and approval from Professor Elizabeth Jaeger. The work is listed in Dr. Patricia Reiling’s book, page 33, no. 18. Exhibitions: Presented in the memorial exhibition in honor of Popova, one of seventy-seven works shown at the exhibition held in Moscow in 1924. Literature: From an architecture book published in California – the work served as inspiration for the construction of one of Moscow’s most important bridges. Condition: For detailed condition report, please send an email to info@hammersite.com