Size: H170 L150 D3 cm
One-of-a-kind piece
Collectible Maximalism Black & White Art Deco Silk & Silver Threads Tapestry titled "Lovers" by Michael Verkholantsev. This unique 1/1 masterpiece scales the sensual tension of Gustav Klimt, the raw graphic expression of Egon Schiele, and the precision of Albrecht Dürer.
Artistic Concept & Intellectual Dialogue
Conceived as a monumental masterwork of collectible maximalism, "Lovers" (170 x 150 cm) is an explosive, large-scale textile artwork that brings the intense psychological and graphic precision of Modern Mannerism into high-end contemporary spaces. Based on an original drawing by the acclaimed academician Michael Verkholantsev, the composition captures a powerful, dynamic embrace of two figures frozen in a moment of sublime passion.
The elongated, hyper-expressive anatomy and swirling tresses evoke an atmosphere of classical mythology blended with avant-garde emotional depth. Measuring 170 by 150 centimeters, this commanding tapestry serves as a breathtaking visual anchor and an ideal Art Deco centerpiece for a grand master suite, private salon, or executive space curated by AD100 designers.
The Chasing Effect & High-Connoisseurship Textile Craft
The exceptional value of this unique (1/1) artwork lies in its meticulous, labor-intensive craftsmanship. The entire figurative scene is executed using fine satin stitch embroidery, where premium black and white silk threads are interwoven with ultra-fine silver metallic threads. When subjected to directed gallery spotlights, this precise textile matrix generates an astonishing optical anomaly: the flat fabric captures light to mimic the shimmering depth of precious metalwork, producing a distinctive chasing effect.
Ancient Lacquer Artistry & Ebonized Framing
The grand tapestry is showcased within a bespoke, museum-grade frame crafted from premium birch and structural art-plywood, treated with a magnificent high-gloss ebonized finish. The frame has been painstakingly finished using ancient Eastern multi-layer techniques with authentic natural lacquer harvested from the sacred lacquer tree (Urushi). This intense, piano-black surface is elevated by a wide, contrasting border of 24K Gold Leaf that frames the monochrome artwork, and a spectacular, star-like constellation of hand-inlaid mother-of-pearl across the outer perimeter. The synthesis of virtuosic embroidery and rare decorative arts cements this piece as a secure, high-value asset for contemporary art investment.
About the Artist: Michael Verkholantsev
Michael Verkholantsev is a world-renowned, blue-chip living master, painter, and Academician of the Fine Arts. Widely celebrated as a supreme virtuoso of modern woodcut engraving and xylography, his distinctive style combines Mannerist emotional intensity with flawless classical draftsmanship. His highly coveted artworks reside in prestigious permanent museum collections globally—including The Rijksmuseum (Amsterdam) and The Victoria and Albert Museum (London)—as well as elite private art foundations across Europe and the United States, cementing this 1/1 tapestry as a secure, institutional-grade contemporary art asset.