Nickolai Kalmykov (Russian, 1924-1994) 'First Reading' signed, inscribed and dated '51 l.r. and u.r., pencil on paper 60 x 74cm Condition report: The paper has discoloured to a very light brown. A little light cockling to the paper in upper right quarter, minor. Pin holes in upper and lower left corners. A diagonal crease, which could a slight tear, in upper right corner. Not seen outside of glazed frame.