Founders is an original etching and drypoint print by Andrey Novikov, created as a study for the artist’s oil on canvas of the same name. The engraving depicts two putti who, with striking ease, hold aloft a bridge across the Bosphorus. The composition becomes a metaphor for the lightness of inspiration and the soaring impulse of imagination, embodied in the innocence of childhood. At once classical and futuristic, Founders reflects Novikov’s ongoing exploration of the intersections between history, technology, and creative spirit. Executed with the demanding techniques of etching and drypoint, the print captures the finest details with extraordinary precision and depth. Each line engraved into the plate contributes to its layered textures and velvety tonal richness. The edition is strictly limited to 30 signed and numbered prints, each individually handcrafted on premium archival paper and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. With its size (sheet 20×28 cm), the print is suited both for intimate display and as part of a larger collection. For collectors, Founders offers not only aesthetic appeal but also cultural resonance: a reflection on the timelessness of imagination and the bridges it builds across eras and disciplines. (Care advice: delivered flat-packed with archival materials; frame with UV-protective glass to ensure longevity.)
