£2,500 - £3,000
A Russian Oil on Canvas Still Life with Violin, Candle and Sheet Music by Sergei Menikov.
A Russian oil on canvas still life composition by Sergei Menikov, depicting a violin resting beside a brass candlestick with a partially burned candle, arranged upon a draped table with scattered sheet music. The violin stands upright against softly rendered fabric in the background, its rich brown tones contrasting with the cooler blues and muted greys of the surrounding cloth.
The composition is executed with expressive, confident brushwork, particularly visible in the textured handling of the drapery and the subtle modelling of light across the instrument’s curved surface. The white plaster fragment to the right introduces a sculptural element, balancing the verticality of the violin and candle. The restrained palette and painterly surface give the work a contemplative, studio-like atmosphere.
Approximately 66.5 x 53.5cm
Fees apply to the hammer price:
Room and Absentee Bids:
30% inc VAT*
Online and Autobids:
33.6% inc VAT*
