This is an original 1945 color print of a press conference in the St. Francis Hotel's Colonial Room in San Francisco, California. The caption writes, "The forest of flash bulbs and movie cameras was so thick that it was presently suggested that the photographers sit on the floor. Mr. Molotov faced the reporters flanked by his lanky, bespectacled interpreter, Mr. Pavlov, who rendered Mr. Molotov into impeccable English." Vyacheslav Molotov was a Soviet diplomat and politician and served in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs from 1939 to 1949 and from 1953 to 1957.
This piece was illustrated by Refregier, Anton. Artist signature in print - bottom right of image.
Anton Refregier
Anton Refregier (1905-1979) was a Russian-American surrealist and abstract painter known for finding inspiration in unfortunate events, as evident in his images depicting the Great Depression. Refregier created twenty-seven murals in the Rincon Center of San Francisco, California, which depict the history of the state. Refregier was trained at the Rhode Island School of Design and with Nicolai Vassilief and Hans Hofmann. Refregier focused on expressing the human experience through his work.
Please note that there is printing on the reverse.Product Features
- Product Type: Original Color Print; Color
- Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
- Dimensions: Approximately 10.25 x 7.25 inches; 26 x 18 cm
- Authentication: Dual Serial-Numbered Certificates of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
- Packaged in custom sleeve w/ archival black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)
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