{"product_id":"soviet-marine-painting-night-ship-matveyev-1988","title":"Soviet Marine Painting \"Ship at Night\" – S.N. Matveyev, Leningrad 1988","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Soviet marine painting, \"Ship at Night,\" is an original work by S.N. Matveyev (Matveev), created in Leningrad in 1988 during the late Soviet era. It depicts a majestic three-masted sailing ship under full sail, ploughing through deep blue waters beneath a moonlit or twilight sky. The rigging and hull are rendered in careful detail, capturing the classic look of 18th–19th-century sailing ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original painting, marine subject\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e S.N. Matveyev (Matveev)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leningrad, USSR (now St. Petersburg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1988\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tempera on hardboard, acrylic-pistachio varnish (per the artist's label)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tall ship \/ frigate at sea at night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original vintage wooden frame, white with gold inner rim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarkings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handwritten label on the reverse in Russian: \"Artist S.N. Matveyev, Leningrad, 1988. Hardboard, tempera, acrylic-pistachio varnish.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHanging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original fiberboard backing with attached wire hanger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe painting is in excellent vintage condition. The colors remain vibrant, the varnish coating has kept its surface well, and there are no visible cracks or paint loss. The wooden frame is sturdy, with minor signs of wear and small scratches consistent with its age of over 35 years. The original backing and wire hanger are in place, so the piece is ready for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe palette is that of a classic \"night sea\" scene, built on rich indigo and ultramarine shades. Leningrad, with its naval academies and long maritime history, was home to many painters of the sea, and tall ships were a favorite subject. This framed work suits collectors of Soviet-era art, naval history enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a striking piece of nautical decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree worldwide shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e from Ukraine with a tracking number. Delivery to the USA typically takes 2–4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67678840717461,"sku":"EBAY-406928941993","price":104.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/soviet-marine-painting-night-ship-matveyev-1988-1.jpg?v=1791647425","url":"https:\/\/sovietvintagestore.com\/products\/soviet-marine-painting-night-ship-matveyev-1988","provider":"Soviet Vintage Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}