Erik Bulatov

Original canvas. There are several horizontal creases across the canvas, with some minor associated paint loss. There are abrasions with associated paint loss along the edges and to the corners, as well as pin holes along the bottom edge. There are two flecks of paint loss approximately 12cm from the top and 22cm from the right edge. The surface is slightly dirty and there are some scattered flecks of dirt throughout. Inspection under UV light does not reveal any apparent signs of retouching. Held in a wooden tray frame. Unexamined out of frame.
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As an exceptional student at the Surikov Art Institute in Moscow, Erik Bulatov was granted permission to visit India in 1956. He travelled there on a freight ship, earning his passage by working as a sailor. A rare painting from his student years, Indian Market was inspired by his memories of this trip. It is close to two other compositions on this theme, Calcutta and At the Spring both published in Rieber’s list of works in 2012. Although the offered lot is sketchier and more experimental, it is a finished composition marking an important early period in the artist’s evolution.