Υπογεγραμμένη σοβιετική προτομή του Λένιν – Α. Μουρζίν, 1984 – Ιδεολογική γλυπτική Ψυχροπολεμικού - Στρατιωτικά αξεσουάρ - 1984

Original Soviet bust of Vladimir Lenin, signed and dated 1984 by the sculptor A. Murzin — a powerful visual artifact from the late Cold War period.

From a private Eastern European collection.

This piece represents the canonical image of Lenin as it was present throughout the Soviet Union in administrative institutions, military environments, factories, and партийные структуры — forming part of the visual and ideological framework of the state.

Cold War & Militaria Context
During the Cold War, objects like this were not merely decorative — they functioned as symbols of authority, ideology, and state presence.

Busts of Lenin were widely used in:
- military offices
- command buildings
- training institutions
- state-controlled environments

As such, this object can be understood not only as a sculpture, but as:

- a physical element of Soviet ideological infrastructure

- Signed Example – A. Murzin, 1984

Unlike fully anonymous factory casts, this bust bears a clearly visible inscription:

“A. Murzin 84”

This indicates that the model was created or authorized by an identifiable sculptor working within the Soviet system.

In the USSR, artists like Murzin contributed to the creation of standardized yet artist-defined representations of political figures — bridging the gap between individual artistic work and state production.

Signed examples are notably less common than unsigned casts and are increasingly sought after by collectors of Soviet-era material culture.

Why This Piece Is Collectible

This object combines several layers of value:
1. Historical Value
Created in 1984, during the final decade of the USSR — a period marked by ideological inertia shortly before systemic collapse.

2. Militaria Relevance
Directly connected to the visual culture of Soviet state and military structures.

3. Signed Soviet Sculpture
An example linked to an identifiable sculptor, elevating it beyond purely anonymous mass production.

4. Recognizable Symbol
Lenin remains one of the most globally recognizable figures of the 20th century, ensuring lasting collector demand.

Material & Technique

Cast metal (silumin / aluminum alloy)
Typical for Soviet-era sculptural production

Dimensions
Height: approx. 20 cm

Condition
Good vintage condition
Minor casting imperfections typical for Soviet production
A small, unobtrusive opening is present on the back of the head, consistent with the casting process and typical for such pieces.
Light wear and patina consistent with age
Structurally intact, no repairs observed
(please refer to photos for full condition)

Shipping:
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Registered shipping with tracking number (Track & Trace).
Estimated delivery time from Ukraine: 15–45 days
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An authentic survivor of the Soviet era, increasingly appreciated among collectors of Cold War artifacts.