Description: Thank you for stopping by. Traditional Russian Folk Art Lubok picture. Ca mid - 18th Century. What is Lubok?Lubok (plural Lubki) is a Russian popular print with simple graphics and narratives from religious stories, folklore and other literature sources. Lubok Art came to Russia from China, and became extremely popular in 18 and 19 Centuries. So-called "Socialite Lubki" worked as mass media for many people from poor villagers to wealthy merchants, and the military. This is a typical "Socialite Lubok" with flirting couple, dressed in "German" clothes. Man is playing his flute, inviting his date for a dance, and, possibly more. Why German clothes?In 18 Century Russian Tsar Peter the Great forced people to dress in more "civilized" European costumes, especially during the holidays. Condition: good antique.Measurements: 10" x 12.1/4". Please ask your questions.
Price: 350 USD
Location: Boulder Creek, California
End Time: 2024-11-20T00:11:04.000Z
Shipping Cost: 10.5 USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Signed By: artist
Size: Medium
Signed: Yes
Title: Flirting Couple
Material: Ink, Paper
Item Length: 12 in
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Region of Origin: Russian Empire
Framing: Unframed
Subject: Costumes, Figures, Musical Instruments, Romance, Music
California Prop 65 Warning: n/a
Type: Print
Year of Production: mid-18 Century
Theme: People
Style: Folk Art
Production Technique: Woodcut Printing
Country/Region of Manufacture: Russian Federation
Culture: Russian
Item Width: 10 in
Handmade: Yes
