​Scythian, Couture Silk Tapestry in Ancient Lacquer Frame

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

Silk, Gold Metallic Threads 

24K Gold Leaf

Black lacquered wood in antique finishing

89 x 97 x 3 cm

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"Scythian" is a definitive statement piece of contemporary wall art—a rare collaboration with Academician Michael Verkholantsev, one of the world’s foremost masters of Mannerist imagery. This artwork is a dominant, high-value acquisition for the curated interior, bridging 2,500 years of history with avant-garde couture techniques.

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The Artist: A Global Legacy
Michael Verkholantsev is a living master whose works are enshrined in the world’s most prestigious institutions. To own a Verkholantsev collaboration is to own a piece of art history. His works are held in the permanent collections of:
The State Hermitage Museum (St. Petersburg)
The Rijksmuseum (Amsterdam)
The Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts (Moscow)
The State Tretyakov Gallery (Moscow)
The Ateneum Museum (Helsinki)
National Galleries & Museums in London, Vienna, Prague, Berlin, Munich, and Bratislava.

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The Artistry: Mannerism Meets Pop Art
In "Scythian," Verkholantsev presents a contemporary representation of the ancient nomadic soul. Rendered in a striking, grotesque style reminiscent of Pop Art, the image of the Scythian deity looks through the ages, symbolizing the fierce elegance of a culture that fused Asian and Greek design. The work is a masterclass in Mannerism, characterized by sophisticated composition and emotional intensity.

The Craftsmanship: Couture Silk & Ancient Lacquer
This piece is executed using a mixed media technique that elevates textile to the level of Haute Couture:
Fine Silk & Golden Threads: Thousands of intersecting lines of hand-embroidered silk and gold thread create a shimmering, three-dimensional texture that reacts to light, symbolizing the historical link between nations.

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The Ancient Lacquer Frame: The artwork is encased in a bespoke frame utilizing a nearly forgotten technique invented in China 2,000 years ago. Natural carbon is applied in twenty layers over ebony wood, hand-polished to a glass-like, "liquid obsidian" finish. This labor-intensive process transforms the frame into an integral part of the artwork.

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Key Highlights for the Collector
Status: Brand New / Museum Quality
Collaboration: Academician Mikhail Verkholantsev
Technique: Hand Embroidery, Mixed Media, 20-Layer Ancient Chinese Lacquer
Materials: Fine Silk, Gold Threads, Lacquered Black Wood (Ebony)

Aesthetic: Mannerism, Contemporary Luxury, Historical Narrative

Global Museum Representation

For the serious collector, the artist's works are archived across the following international institutions:
Region &    Featured Museums:
Western Europe - Rijksmuseum (Amsterdam), Ateneum (Helsinki), London, Vienna, Munich, Berlin, Bonn,  France & Benelux Strasbourg, Metz, Antwerp, Sint-Niklaas, Halle.

Central Europe - Prague (Hradec Karlovo), Bratislava, Tallinn, Tartu.
Russia:    State Hermitage, Petrodvorets, Pushkin Museum, Nesterov Gallery, and the Fine Arts, Museums of Vologda, Tula, and Perm.

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DESIGNER’S NOTE
This Statement Piece is designed for high-end residential projects, ideally suited for a grand master suite, a private library, or a luxury dressing area. It perfectly embodies the "Quiet Luxury" trend—offering a serene yet powerful focal point that resonates with both ancient history and modern design.