Alexandre Petrov (Russian, b. 1947) White Horse, 1990

White Horse, 1990

Oil on canvas

Canvas: 44 x 35 in (112 x 89 cm)

Framed: 47 1/4 x 38 5/8 in (120 x 98 cm)

A powerful and atmospheric composition, White Horse (1990) represents a pivotal moment in the development of Alexandre Petrov, bridging his early figurative work with the refined realism that would later define his internationally recognized practice.

The monumental scale enhances the commanding presence of the subject, rendered with confident brushwork and a nuanced treatment of light and tone, giving the work both physical strength and psychological depth.

Petrov is associated with the Russian Nonconformist movement and was a participant in the historic Bulldozer Exhibition of 1974. His works have appeared at major international auctions and are held in important public collections, including the Centre Pompidou, Paris; the Ludwig Museum, Budapest; and the Institute of Russian Realist Art (IRRA), Moscow.

Signed and dated “A. Petrov 1990” lower left; also signed, titled and dated on the reverse.

Provenance: Private collection; Shapiro Auctions, New York.

Condition: Excellent condition. Presented in its original gallery frame.