Natalia Contcharova ( 1881 - 1962 ) was a French Cubo-Futurism, Rayonism, and Avant-garde painter, costume designer, writer, illustrator, and set designer. Natalia Contcharova s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices greatly surpassing estimated prices, varying from 25698.25 USD for Nature morte au bouquet de lilas. in 2009 to a remarkable record 4030897.11 USD