Two Reclining Figures / Abstract Harlequins
Print on paper, likely a serigraph or high-quality lithograph • Anatole Krasnyansky (Ukrainian-American, b. 1930)
Style & Movement
Surrealist-influenced Cubism / Contemporary decorative abstraction
Medium & Technique
Multi-color screenprint or lithography characterized by stippled color gradients, hard-edge geometric masks, and a textured purple mist background.
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st Century (c. 1990-2010)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 20 x 20 inches plus margins; square format under glazing with a dark wood frame.
Subject Description
The composition features two overlapping or entwined figures in whimsical, harlequin-style costumes. The central narrative focuses on movement and the duality of human nature, using masks and fluid, organic shapes within a structured geometric framework.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good; visible glare suggests glass is not UV-protected, but the paper appears flat without significant waving (cockling).
Estimated Market Value
$300 - $600 USD
Auction Estimate
$200 - $400 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired through a commercial gallery or cruise ship art auction (such as Park West Gallery), where Krasnyansky’s work was widely distributed.
Art Historical Significance
Krasnyansky is noted for merging his background in scenic design and architecture with fine art, creating a unique synthesis of Eastern European heritage and American pop-culture surrealism.
Notable Features
Features a prominent hand-signature in the lower right margin 'A. Krasnyansky'; utilizes a signature 'splatter' or stippled texture that provides depth to the flat color planes.
Condition Issues
Slight fading may be present if exposed to direct sunlight; minor dust accumulation under the frame and potential light acid-burning if the matting is not acid-free.
Conservation Recommendations
Re-frame with UV-protective museum glass and acid-free archival matting to prevent long-term light damage and paper yellowing.