Loik, Valerian (1904 – 1986). Sailing Boats in the Harbor. (1940s)

Black watercolour, pencil, and paper combine in Valerian Loik’s breathtaking work, “Sailing Boats in the Harbor” (1940s). With an evocative size of 17.7 x 15.9, this piece is authenticated on the reverse by I. Lorberg, who once served as the director of the Art Fund in the 1950s-60s. Valerian Loik, a distinguished professor of the Estonian State Art Institute since 1967, skillfully depicts objects with shades of light and summer greenery. His works, found in many museum collections, offer a fascinating blend of reality and artistry, making everyday items appear as exquisite pieces of art.