Category: Oil Painting

Sleeping Barges

 
 
 
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Sergei Kudryashov   [0 stars]       rss
Registered since: 27.12.2023
Located in: Tivat, MONTENEGRO
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Start date: 10.11.2024 01:26
End date: 14.08.2026 01:00
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Investment Art Auction:

  • Artist: Anatoli Gostev (1946–2022).
  • Title: Sleeping Barges
  • Year: 2012
  • Medium: Oil on Canvas.
  • Size: Height: 50 cm, Width: 60 cm
  • Signature: Signed on the front and back.
  • COA: Verified via Bitcoin blockchain.
  • Ownership: Privately owned.
  • Estimate: USD 110,000 – 250,000

Artwork Overview:

Sleeping Barges is a signature piece by Anatoli Gostev, painted during the peak of his mature artistic period. This contemplative scene of moored river barges is a poetic metaphor for the close of a labor-filled day — rendered with subtle emotion and deep formal harmony.

Influenced by the spirit of Fauvism and Impressionism, the painting integrates vibrant form with restrained expression. The gentle motion within the composition leads the viewer toward stillness — reflecting Gostev’s philosophy of painting as emotional truth rather than storytelling.

Gostev would often return to his finished paintings for years after their creation, refining them with new insight. Sleeping Barges, completed in 2012, is the result of this meditative, evolving approach — making it not just a work of art, but a testament to time and transformation.

Investment Perspective

With only one original in existence and verified provenance on the Bitcoin blockchain, this artwork is positioned as a secure, long-term investment asset. The value of Anatoli Gostev’s works has shown consistent growth and is projected to rise significantly posthumously.

The painting’s annual appreciation is estimated between 10–20%, with high probability of exceeding 1000% over time — a rare opportunity to acquire both cultural significance and capital gain in one asset.

Exhibition History

  • ART Climate Change, Basel, Switzerland (13.09 – 08.10.2021)
  • Presented as part of Gostev's final curated appearance, where he was invited as an honorary guest
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Blockchain Certificate of Authenticity

"Sleeping Barges" is officially certified using blockchain technology on the Bitcoin network, ensuring permanent, tamper-proof verification of authenticity and provenance.

  • Unique digital signature recorded permanently in the blockchain
  • Guarantees immutable data regarding origin and authorship
  • Can be verified independently using OpenTimestamps tools
  • Transferable certificate ensures transparency and trust for future owners

A full PDF Certificate of Authenticity (COA) and OTS proof file (.ots) are available for download in Attachments.

Provenance & Sale Details

  • The painting is the only original piece of its kind by Anatoli Gostev
  • Artist’s copyright applies
  • Officially approved for sale by the owner
  • Represented exclusively by Gostev's Fine Art, which guarantees secure transaction and delivery

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Value Proposition

Investing in a work of art you love is always a win — both emotionally and potentially financially. The current owner guarantees an annual appreciation rate of 10%, making this piece not only a beautiful addition to any collection, but also a sound investment.

With the passing of Anatoli Gostev, the value of his works is expected to rise significantly over time, due to both scarcity and historical importance.


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