Valeri Vinogradov

Schliemann’s Gold

2007

Over the past couple of decades, Vinogradov has produced numerous assemblages, which he has alternately titled Excavations or The Periodic Table. One such work, Schliemann’s Gold, featured in our exhibition and originating from a private collection, is among the earliest and most striking of these creations. Built on principles similar to those of the Periodic Table series, the title and execution of this piece evoke the adventurous spirit of the quest for the legendary city of Troy.