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Mihail Chemiakin — "Paris 1979" Original Ink Drawing of Anthropomorphic Rabbit Figure
Mihail Chemiakin — "Paris 1979" Original Ink Drawing of Anthropomorphic Rabbit Figure
This striking original ink drawing by Mihail Chemiakin, created in Paris in 1979 "HYDRA", is a superb example of the artist’s mastery of line, abstraction, and surrealist figuration. Executed with a continuous, fluid stroke, the figure suggests an anthropomorphic rabbit — a fusion of human and animalistic forms with elongated, exaggerated ears and an abstracted, almost sculptural body.
Chemiakin's elegant minimalism in this piece highlights his interest in archetypal symbols, theatrical costuming, and mythological transformation. The figure, both playful and mysterious, evokes elements of ritual, fantasy, and subconscious identity — central themes that Chemiakin consistently explored in his Parisian period.
Signed and inscribed Paris 1979 in the lower right, this work also bears Chemiakin's embossed studio seal, attesting to its authenticity and studio provenance. The drawing captures a moment of raw creative impulse, where line alone builds an entire character imbued with psychological depth and enigmatic charm.
Presentation Details
The drawing remains unframed, offering collectors the opportunity to custom frame the work to suit their collection. On cream-toned paper, the strong ink line holds a commanding presence, and the ample surrounding space emphasizes the drawing’s striking verticality and sculptural quality.
An evocative and rare example from Chemiakin’s early Paris period, this piece will appeal to collectors of metaphysical surrealism, contemporary symbolism, and Russian avant-garde art.
