Original artwork description:

№SERB 1179

The oil painting on canvas titled "Boat on the Pond" captures a peaceful and luminous summer day beside a quiet stretch of water, where nature, light, and human presence harmoniously blend into a tranquil symphony. Executed in an impressionistic style with thick, expressive brushstrokes, the composition invites the viewer to step into a serene world filled with calm reflections, vibrant greenery, and the meditative rhythm of life by the water. In the foreground, a weathered green boat lies gently on the grassy edge of the pond, its curved form nestled into the foliage as if it had been pulled ashore after a morning journey. The boat, slightly tilted, rests in repose—an emblem of stillness and rural simplicity. Rendered in shades of deep green and teal, the boat contrasts beautifully with the warm, sunlit greens of the surrounding vegetation and the wildflowers that dot the embankment. Thick strokes of yellow, pink, and red peek through the textured grass, adding layers of richness to the natural setting. The pond itself stretches across the canvas like a shimmering mirror, reflecting the cloud-filled sky and the trees that surround it. The artist uses nuanced layers of blue, violet, lavender, and gold to capture the ever-changing play of light on the water’s surface. Streaks of yellow and peach glide across the pond like trails of sunbeams, suggesting floating pollen, algae, or simply the golden glow of late afternoon light. The water has a dreamy, painterly quality that evokes peace and timelessness, like the slow drift of time in a countryside sanctuary. Beyond the pond, a row of lush trees in varying shades of green and blue stands on the opposite bank, their canopies rising into a sky filled with billowing clouds. These trees form a dense, protective wall of nature, shielding the quiet haven from the outside world. Their reflections merge softly with the pond below, painted with layered impasto that adds texture and depth. Each tree is unique in tone and form, yet they together contribute to the overall sense of harmony and seclusion. Toward the center of the painting, on a narrow boat in the distance, a lone fisherman stands quietly, casting his line. His small figure draws the eye, adding a subtle human narrative to the otherwise untouched natural scene. The fisherman seems deeply immersed in his solitary pursuit, becoming almost one with the water and trees around him.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Boat on the pond"
* ARTISTS: Boris Serdyuk
* SIZE: 60x80 cm/'23.62x31.49 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: we tried to convey the maximum information with the help of photos about this product

Materials used:

oil

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