Petrov-Vodkin is one of the most significant artists in early 20th century Russian art. In this latest episode of Expert Voices, Sotheby’s specialist Reto Barmettler describes how his striking ‘Still Life with Apples’, offered in Sotheby’s upcoming Russian Pictures sale (30 November | London), was created at a pivotal moment in the artists career. Discover how still lifes by Petrov-Vodkin are among his most sought after works and how this painting has biographical significance for the artist. Click here to watch more Sotheby’s videos.