Tide is an original etching and drypoint print by Andrey Novikov, limited to 30 signed and numbered impressions. This artwork presents a hauntingly imaginative vision: the noble profile of Marcus Aurelius, half-buried among ruins and interlaced with futuristic cables. It is both an homage to classical sculpture and a reflection on the fragility of legacy in a technological age. Executed in the meticulous techniques of etching and drypoint, the print reveals exceptional richness of texture and line. Each stroke carved into the plate transforms into depth and tactility, impossible to replicate by digital means. Printed on premium archival-quality paper, every impression is unique, hand-pulled by the artist, and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. With its dimensions (print 14×25 cm; sheet 20×28 cm), Tide is suited equally to thoughtful contemplation and to becoming a striking highlight in a curated interior or private collection. This print is not merely an object of aesthetic admiration — it is a philosophical statement, intertwining heritage and transience, silence and technological intrusion. For the discerning collector, it embodies cultural dialogue and intellectual depth. (Care advice: frame with UV-protective glass, avoid direct sunlight, handle with care. Delivered flat-packed with archival materials.)
