Modern Design 
24 September 2021
Modern Design 
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Sergei Isupov b.1963

Beach Beauty; Beach Bum (two works)

2018
stoneware with slip, Swarovski crystal 10½ h × 5 w × 3 d in (27 × 13 × 8 cm) 8½ h × 5½ w × 2½ d in (22 × 14 × 6 cm)
estimate: $3,000–5,000
result: $5,625
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Sergei Isupov's Beach Beauty and Beach Bum are a playful and surreal pieces in his well-known illustrative style. Both painterly and sculptural, these works are representative of Isupov's complex artistic vocabulary that combines the two- and three-dimensional into a singular narrative. The pair of figures are slab built in the shape of a building or house form, with the trees representing stability. If placed side by side they look longingly towards one another of if reversed away from one another. The female's eyes are red crystals.
exhibited: Directions: Sergei Isupov, 28 April – 22 July 2018, Ferrin Contemporary, North Adams, MA
All proceeds, including the 25% buyer's premium, benefit the James Renwick Alliance.

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Sergei Isupov

Sergei Isupov is an Estonia-American sculptor internationally known for his highly detailed, narrative works. Isupov has a long international resume with work included in numerous collections and exhibitions, including the National Gallery of Australia, Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Museum of Arts and Design, New York, Racine Art Museum, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and many more.

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Everything that surrounds and excites me is automatically processed and transformed into an artwork. The essence of my work is not in the medium or the creative process, but in the human beings and their incredible diversity.

Sergei Isupov

JRA Craft Masters of the Medium

The Masters of the Medium is a prestigious Biennial Award that has honored some of the most significant artists in American Craft. Each awardee is recognized for their excellence in craftsmanship, influence in the medium and overall contributions to the field. This coveted honor is celebrated at the JRA Spring Craft Weekend with an Auction, Symposium, Gala and Awards Brunch.

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