"The Harp Player," from Misha Frid's "Music Series." # 131 of 195. Signature and foundry mark on base. Certificate of Authenticity available.
Purchased in the early 1990s for $4500. Offered well below market at $2700.
Born in Russia, Frid ultimately felt that his creativity was being stifled by the Soviet system, so in 1972, he emigrated from Russia to North America.
In America, Misha's talent and golden hands enabled him to start his career again. Freedom brought forth beauty, and a classical romantic style emerged. Russian culture and literature continued to influence Misha's artistic perception. A love for the music of Russian composers and Russian Ballet continued to inspire him.
Sculpting in bronze, he fashions beautiful graceful figures that display balance and harmony. And often, as is the case with his famed "Music Series," many of his pieces explore the hypnotic power of music and the symbiosis of artists collaborating to create music and beauty together as one.
Size and Condition: 25 1/2 inches tall, 20 inches across at widest points, 7 inches deep at maximum depth. Perfect condition.