Original artwork description:

№Kat 38

The oil painting "Big Father's Umbrella" captures a whimsical and slightly surreal moment, rich in narrative and emotional undertones. The central figure in the painting is a child, depicted from behind, walking away from the viewer. The child is dressed in an oversized burnt orange coat that appears several sizes too large, suggesting it may belong to an adult, possibly the child's father, as implied by the title. The child grasps a large, deep blue umbrella, which is closed and being dragged along the ground, its tip pointing backwards, creating a sense of movement. The umbrella's size and the way the child struggles with it further reinforce the idea that it belongs to an adult figure in the child's life. The child's posture and the burden of the umbrella convey a sense of responsibility or determination. In the background, three stylized elephants are depicted in a frieze-like manner, each one following the other. The elephants, traditionally symbols of wisdom and memory, could represent family lineage or the weight of heritage that the child carries. Beneath the elephants, the background is subtle and muted, textured in a way that suggests a wall or a backdrop, serving to highlight the main subjects without distraction. The use of a monochromatic scheme for this area enhances the dreamlike or imaginary quality of the scene. A delicate plant, depicted in front of the child, provides a contrast in both color and texture. Its leaves are finely detailed, and it seems to be touched by a light source that creates a subtle glow around its edges, adding a sense of magic or otherworldliness to the painting. The ground is softly illuminated by what appears to be a network of tiny lights or reflections, adding to the surreal atmosphere. These could be interpreted as stars, fireflies, or simply sparks of imagination. "Big Father's Umbrella" is a painting that evokes the themes of childhood, inheritance, protection, and the roles we grow into. It invites the viewer to reflect on their own journey and the legacies they carry with them. The choice of objects, the oversized coat, and the elephants speak to the universal experience of growing up under the influence of those who came before us.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Big father's umbrella"
* ARTISTS: Oleg Kateryniuk
* SIZE: 125x100 cm/'49.21x39.37 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection

Materials used:

oil

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