Aphrodite (2020) Original Oil Painting by Alexander Levich

In Aphrodite, Alexander Levich reimagines the classical archetype of feminine beauty through a contemporary and deeply personal lens. Painted in 2020 as part of his “L’uomo Che Guarda” series, the work reflects on the psychology of observation – the quiet tension between the one who sees and the one who is seen. The title references both mythology and cinema, subtly linking the painting to broader cultural narratives of desire, memory, and perception.

The reclining figure, inspired by scenes the artist observed during his walks along Kyiv’s Dnipro river beach, is rendered in warm, sun-infused tones. Rather than focusing on anatomical precision, Levich employs expressive brushwork and soft transitions of color, allowing the body to emerge from light and atmosphere. The blue swimsuit acts as a chromatic anchor within the composition, balancing sensuality with elegance.

This is not a literal beach scene but a memory transformed into myth – an intimate yet universal image of beauty and stillness. Ideal for collectors seeking emotionally resonant contemporary figurative art with intellectual undertones and strong painterly presence.

Materials used:

Oil

Details:

• Oil painting on Canvas
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 70 x 50 x 2cm (unframed)
• Ready to hang
• Signed on the front
• Style: Impressionistic
• Subject: People and portraits

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