Judaica OLD PRAYING RABBI Jewish Roussimoff Painting

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Judaica OLD PRAYING RABBI Jewish Roussimoff Painting:
$9500.00

A Monumental and Inspirational Judaica Themed Artwork. An Incredible Depiction of the Intense Spirituality that Existed in the Vanished Jewish Small Towns of Russia and Eastern Europe, Painted by the World Famous Russian-European Painter and Film Director Ari Roussimoff. ”PIETY” is a Genuine Signed & Dated Ari Roussimoff Oil on Canvas Painting, measuring a very large-sized 40 x 40 inches. This truly outstanding composition dates from 2003. Here is the artist\'s highly individualistic interpretation of the great spirituality which once existed in the Jewish communities of Eastern European. Shtetl (small Jewish town) Life is shown in all its highly spiritual soulfulness, where the Holy Word is at the very core of every human being\'s soul. Spirituality is wisdom and love; it is the life affirming center of existence, every day of one\'s life. Piety and devotion is here symbolized by the open carrying of the Torah Scrolls and spreading the great teachings from person to person, to all mankind. The learned Rabbi passionately clutches the holy Scrolls to his heart. In the background to his right, a group of venerable Hassidic Jews congregate in front of the ancient Synagogue. To the left of the central figure is a Hassidic Miracle Working Rabbi (\"Rebbe\") guiding his flock. Always close to nature, the Hassidic Jewish community is at home with the peaceful and lovable animals such as the goat. The entire town is blanketed by the cold winter snow. In the distance are mirthful festivities surrounding a freshly built snowman, the watercarriers busily go to and from the well to fetch and deliver water, and a man treks through the deep snow while enjoying his pipe. This very expressive Roussimoff work offers a particularly captivating interpretation of this Jewish subject, which the artist has tackled before in several smaller versions. This canvas is by far, the largest and most important that Roussimoff did on this particular theme. The painting also presents a beautiful dream-like view of the little town complete with small rustic Ukrainian homes all covered by the thick winter snow. The \"Old World\" comes to life in this most magical of artistic renderings. “PIETY” uses colour and form in a most dynamic manner. The surface that is richly textured with heavy impasto. This effect is achieved by the repeated layering upon layer of paint, thereby making the painting appear amazingly three dimensional. With its array of Expressionistic Colours and the radiant glow of colours, this most Poignant Artistic Portrayal of Jewish Religious Life before the war in Europe really Comes to Life Before One’s Very Own Eyes.Here, one can acquire a genuine Judaica theme, painted by a true World-Class Artist! The collectors of Roussimoff paintings cross over all boundaries of nationality, religion and country. His paintings of Jewish and Russian themes grace the walls of fine art collections the world over. This is a Really Great Opportunity to offer on and own this Major Ari Roussimoff Oil Painting.This Amazing Painting, rendered in strongly expressionistic colours, is an evocation of Love and Spirituality, themes that are very dear to the artist\'s heart. “PIETY” is a fabulous work of art. It is a great addition to any one’s fine collection of Art and Judaica. The purchaser will receive a certificate of authenticity. $150.00 (USA). Payment is expected within 10 days of sale close. International buyers should first contact us to find out about exact charges and conditions. Thank You. \"PIETY\"Oil on Canvas by Ari RoussimoffPhoto Gallery(below) Here is a small selection of photos showing Roussimoff\'s paintings being displayed in prestigious art galleries and museums. (below) Magazine & newspaper articles and announcements for Roussimoff exhibits in different languages (below) Roussimoff\'s live appearances. 1. Lecturing in Copenhagen. 2. Amusing a sell-out crowd in New York\'s famed club, The \"Limelight\". 3. Featured on MTV. (below) Roussimoff dressed in a vintage coat worn by the great Russian opera star Feodor ChaliapinABOUT ARI ROUSSIMOFF Ari Roussimoff, a critically acclaimed painter and film director, has been called the most prolific and creative artist of his generation. His paintings of Russian, Ukrainian and Jewish themes have earned him much acclaim and they have been shown in over 80 exhibitions worldwide, including at the Nakhamkin Fine Arts Galleries, M.L. International Gallery of Fine Arts, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Bucharest Rumania Museum, The Nicholas Roerich Museum, Arma Galleries, Galerie Ehmer, Stephanie Ann Roper Gallery, The Theodor Herzel Institute, and many others. Among the many who have lauded Ari Roussimoff\'s paintings were the modern masters Marc Chagall and Oskar Kokoschka. For some years now, Ari Roussimoff has also been leading a distinguished career as a director of motion pictures. His first full-length feature film was the critically acclaimed surrealist horror movie, “SHADOWS IN THE CITY”. Most recently, Mr Roussimoff won the Phantom of the Movies’ award for Best Documentary of 1999 for his incredible film, “FREAKS UNCENSORED”. Considered by critics and audiences alike as the best ever documentary about Circus Sideshow Performers, “FREAKS UNCENSORED” was just listed by the esteemed Facets Movie Lovers Video Guide as one of THE BEST DOCUMENTARY MOVIES OF ALL TIME! Ari Roussimoff has perfectly meshed his life as a painter and as a filmmaker in a way that has not been done before.

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