Valery Barykin Retro Pin-Up Copyright Infringement Lawsuit: Schedule A Case No. 1:26-cv-11729
Valery Barykin Files a Federal Copyright Lawsuit on September 24, 2026, in the Northern District of Illinois – Soviet-Style Retro Illustration Claims, Case Details, and Docket Updates
Valery Barykin filed a federal copyright infringement lawsuit on September 24, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. The lawsuit concerns alleged infringement of copyrighted artwork associated with Barykin, a Russian artist recognized for his retro-inspired illustrations combining American pin-up aesthetics with Soviet-era poster design.
The lawsuit was filed against defendants identified through Schedule A, a format commonly used in intellectual property enforcement actions involving online sellers and e-commerce businesses.
The specific copyrighted illustrations and allegedly infringing products involved in this lawsuit should be confirmed through the complaint and supporting exhibits.
Case Information
Plaintiff: Valery Barykin
Defendants: The Partnerships and Unincorporated Associations Identified on Schedule A
Court: U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Case No.: 1:26-cv-11729
Date Filed: September 24, 2026
Presiding Judge: Hon. Jorge L. Alonso
Nature of Action: Copyright Infringement – 17 U.S.C. § 101 (Copyright Act)
Case Update: On September 24, 2026, Valery Barykin filed his complaint with a supporting exhibit and submitted Schedule A identifying defendants. The plaintiff's attorneys also filed notices of appearance. The available public docket does not establish the outcome of subsequent motions or substantive court rulings.
About the Plaintiff
Valery Barykin is a Russian artist and illustrator known for his distinctive visual style combining classic American pin-up imagery with Soviet-era propaganda poster aesthetics.
His artwork frequently features nostalgic scenes, expressive characters, vintage clothing, and brightly colored compositions inspired by mid-20th-century advertising and illustration.
Barykin's creative work includes paintings, graphic illustrations, and limited-edition prints. The specific copyrighted artworks asserted in this lawsuit should be verified through the complaint and supporting evidence.
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Public case information for Valery Barykin v. The Partnerships and Unincorporated Associations Identified on Schedule A, Case No. 1:26-cv-11729, is available through PacerMonitor.
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The allegations are claims made by the plaintiff and do not, by themselves, establish liability.
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