Artwork description:

№Varv 237

The oil painting on canvas titled "Dialogue with Silence" captures the serene and contemplative beauty of a sunset over a calm body of water. The horizon is bathed in the golden light of the setting sun, casting a warm glow that transitions into a deep twilight blue. The balance between light and darkness in the composition reflects the quiet moment when day meets night, and nature engages in a silent conversation with itself. The painting’s composition is divided into three main elements: the sky, the water, and the silhouetted trees that frame the sun’s descent. The sky is a symphony of soft yellows, oranges, and purples, blending seamlessly into the deepening blue of the evening. Wisps of clouds gently diffuse the sunlight, creating a dreamlike atmosphere that enhances the feeling of stillness. A lone bird soars in the distance, adding a delicate sense of movement to the otherwise tranquil scene. The trees, darkened by the fading light, stand as silent sentinels along the shoreline. Their shapes are softened by the warm hues of the sun's final rays, creating an ethereal glow around their edges. The contrast between the dark silhouettes and the vibrant backdrop creates a striking visual tension, drawing the viewer’s eye toward the luminous center of the painting. The water, acting as a mirror to the sky, reflects the rich colors of the sunset with mesmerizing clarity. The artist has masterfully captured the interplay of light and shadow on the water’s surface, where subtle ripples distort the reflection, giving it a fluid, living quality. The reflection of the sun extends in a golden pathway across the water, inviting the viewer to follow its glow into the depths of the painting. In the foreground, a small paper boat floats gently on the water, almost unnoticed against the vast expanse of deep blues and purples. This seemingly simple element carries profound symbolism—representing solitude, introspection, and the quiet passage of time. The tiny vessel, fragile yet resilient, drifts in harmony with the surrounding stillness, emphasizing the meditative quality of the scene.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Dialogue with silence"
* ARTISTS: Anatoly Varvarov
* SIZE: 50x90 cm/'19.68x35.43 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

About the artist: Varvarov Anatoly Viktorovich

He was born on February 12, 1967 in Kremenchuk, Poltava region.

He graduated from Dnepropetrovsk Art School. EV Vuchetich (1983-1987)

National Academy of Fine Arts and Architecture - (1990-1996)

Member of the Union of Artists of Ukraine. He received the category of artist-restorer of easel painting (1999).

A. Varvarov is one of the members of the art commune "Squat on Olehivska", which emerged in the early 90's. The association was a non-profit view of art and demonstrated an innovative approach to the interpretation of contemporary processes in society. Artists did not limit themselves to the walls of galleries and museums and became known for their social actions. Performance installations and flash mobs

Lives and works in Kyiv.

The works are in UKM Uue Kunsti Muuseum | MONA The Museum of New Art, Dnipro Art Museum, CSM M17, National Art Gallery of Ukraine, collections of galleries "Soviart", "AVS ART", "RA", "Vernissage", and private collections of Ukraine, England, Austria, USA, Germany , Canada, Italy, Chile, China, Estonia, Poland, Czech Republic, Russia.

Materials used:

oil

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