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Russia, 1979-81
offset lithograph on glossy paper 28½ h × 19½ w in (72 × 50 cm)
offset lithograph on glossy paper 28½ h × 19½ w in (72 × 50 cm)
estimate: $1,000–1,500
result: $1,000
Signed and numbered to verso 'Alex Melamid AP 1/5'. This work is number 1 of 5 artist's proofs aside from the edition of an unknown size. This poster was published in conjunction with an auction held by Komar and Melamid in which the souls of various individuals were sold to the highest bidder. Notable souls offered in the sale include that of American art collector Norton T. Dodge and artist Andy Warhol.