Twentieth Century Art & Design

Russian Painting of Flowers by A. Melkonov.

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Start price: $1,200

Estimated price: $3,000 - $5,000

Buyer's premium: 20%

Given as a gift to the consignor’s father by the artist. According to family tradition, the artist was a favorite of Mikhail Gorbachev, and their artwork rarely leaves Russia. Oil on canvas, 26 x 24 inches, signed and dated 2001 lower right.