Lovers Under Night Cover – Couture Silk Tapestry, 24K Gold Leaf, Mother of Pearl

Michael Verkholantsev Collaboration
Museum-Level Silk and Silver Tapestry  in Ancient Lacquer Frame

Silk, Silver Metallic Threads 

24K Gold Leaf, Pearl Inlay

Black lacquered wood in antique finishing

160 x 160 x 3 cm

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A provocative masterpiece from the exclusive Couture Erotica Collection. "Lovers Under Night Cover" is a one-of-a-kind (OOAK) work that redefines luxury decorative art by merging ancient mythology with unparalleled artisanal craftsmanship. Created in collaboration with Academician Michael Verkholantsev, this unique piece offers a powerful statement for the discerning collector.

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THE ARTIST: INSTITUTIONAL PRESTIGE
Michael Verkholantsev is a world-renowned master whose works are held in the global art canon. His presence in the world’s most elite institutions ensures the long-term investment value of this unique collaboration:
The State Hermitage Museum (St. Petersburg)
The Rijksmuseum (Amsterdam)
The Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts (Moscow)
The Ateneum Museum (Helsinki)
National Galleries in London, Vienna, Prague, Berlin, and Munich.

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THE ARTISTRY: PRIAPUS REIMAGINED
The artwork references the ancient Greek and Roman god of fertility, Priapus. In this modern interpretation, the classical "herma" sculpture is reimagined as a contemporary household lamp, symbolizing the blazing fire of love and passion. Verkholantsev’s sophisticated style brings this potent mythological figure into the 21st-century interior, offering a surrealist dialogue between ancient tradition and modern luxury.

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THE CRAFTSMANSHIP: 24K GOLD, SILVER & MOTHER OF PEARL
The execution of "Lovers Under Night Cover" utilizes a sophisticated mixed technique designed to create a stunning visual experience: 
Couture Embroidery: Hand-applied silk interwoven with metallic silver threads creates an incredible glowing effect under focused light, giving the tactile illusion of chased metal.
24K Gold Leaf Embellishment: Genuine 24-karat gold leaf plating adds a touch of intense luxury and reflective elegance to the composition.

The Mother of Pearl Frame: Housed in an ebony wood frame utilizing a 2,000-year-old Chinese lacquer technique. Numerous pieces of natural Mother of Pearl are embedded within the 20 layers of lacquer, creating a shimmering, glass-like surface that continues the artwork’s design into the frame itself.

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KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Status: Unique Piece (OOAK) / Exclusive to Alexander's Collection
Collection: Couture Erotica
Collaboration: Academician Mikhail Verkholantsev
Materials: 24K Gold Leaf, Mother of Pearl, Fine Silk, Silver Metallic Threads, Ebony Wood
Technique: Volumetric Hand Embroidery, Ancient Chinese Lacquer (20 Layers)
Aesthetic: Contemporary Erotica, Art Deco Influences, Mythological Surrealism

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GLOBAL MUSEUM REPRESENTATION
The artist's works are archived across international institutions including the Rijksmuseum (Amsterdam), Ateneum (Helsinki), London, Vienna, Munich, Berlin, the State Hermitage, and the Pushkin Museum.

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DESIGNER’S NOTE
"Lovers Under Night Cover" is a significant, museum-quality acquisition designed for a sophisticated interior. It is ideally suited as a commanding focal point for a private master suite, a luxury lounge, or a secluded gallery space within a high-end residence.

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COLLECTOR'S NOTE - The Investment Value
"This masterpiece represents a rare intersection of Classical Mythology and Modern Couture. As a One-of-a-Kind (OOAK) work from the Couture Erotica collection, its value is anchored not only by its provocative narrative but by its extraordinary material composition.
The inclusion of genuine 24K Gold Leaf and an Ancient Lacquer frame embedded with Mother of Pearl creates a tangible asset that appreciates alongside the artist’s growing global reputation. With Academician Michael Verkholantsev’s works currently held in the State Hermitage and the Rijksmuseum, this piece offers the rare security of a museum-grade provenance combined with the exclusivity of a unique, handcrafted artifact.