‘Resting on the Bench’ by Konstantin Razumov (Lot 84) is one of over 200 original oil paintings by Russian artists to be offered by auction this Sunday December 8th, by John Nicholson Fine Art Auctioneers of Fernhurst, Haselmere, Surrey. Measuring 22" x 18" (55 x 46cm) it carries a pre sale estimate of £2000 - £3000.

Young and talented Russian artist Konstantin Razumov was born in 1974 and studied at Ilya Glazounov's Academy where his historical paintings achieved great acclaim. Today, he paints all kinds of subjects from nudes to landscapes and portraits. His bright and fresh colours, the smoothness of his skin tones and the expressive features of his characters, distinguish his work. Many of his paintings have been sold over the last few years by Nicholson's and he remaines the auctioneer's tip to attain greatness and recognition in the years to come, his works achieving consistently higher prices.

Other breeds included in the sale are Borzois and Westies.

For further details telephone 01428-653727.