Lev Voldemarovich Nusberg (1937) — Auction price
Lev Voldemarovich Nusberg, also Nussberg (Russian: Лев Вольдемарович Нусберг) is a Russian artist, architect and designer. He is considered one of the most important representatives of Russian Kinetic Art.
Nussberg studied architecture at the Moscow Institute of Civil Engineering and later at the Moscow University of Industrial Design. In the 1960s, he began to focus on kinetic artworks, which he described as "machines" that used movement and light to create a dynamic visual experience.
His works have been exhibited in many major museums and galleries around the world, including the Guggenheim Museum in New York, the Centre Georges Pompidou in Paris and the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow.
Nusberg's work is known for its sophisticated technique and sense of humour. Many of his kinetic machines are interactive, encouraging viewers to interact with them and influence their movements and patterns.
In addition to his work as an artist, Nusberg also has a successful career as an architect and designer. He has been involved in the design of many important buildings in Moscow, including the Hotel Ukraina and the GUM shopping centre.
Overall, Nusberg has made a significant contribution to the Russian art and design scene and is now considered one of the country's most important artists.
