Artwork description:

№Varv 222

The painting "Echo of My Village" captures the quiet nostalgia of a rural evening, where time seems to stand still, and memories whisper through the cool night air. The scene is bathed in soft moonlight, illuminating a modest yet deeply familiar countryside home. The whitewashed walls, slightly tinged with the blue hues of twilight, reflect the serenity of the approaching night, while the rich green of the vines and foliage blends seamlessly with the surrounding darkness. The focal point of the painting is the warmly glowing window, framed by an aged green border, standing out against the cool tones of the exterior. This single detail evokes a powerful contrast—inside, there is warmth, comfort, and the presence of life, while outside, the cool night air and quiet solitude embrace the landscape. The flickering orange light from within suggests an evening spent in peaceful domesticity, where a family might gather around a table, engaged in conversation, laughter, or quiet reflection. The rustic wooden railing in the foreground, slightly worn with time, leads the viewer’s eye toward the house, acting as a gentle invitation to step into this intimate world. The texture of the wood, carefully rendered with subtle shadows and highlights, tells a story of years gone by—perhaps the hands that built it, the children who once played here, and the countless nights it has stood beneath the same starry sky. One small but poignant detail catches the eye—a tiny paper airplane resting on the railing. This simple object, fragile yet full of meaning, suggests the presence of a child or the lingering essence of childhood itself. It is a symbol of fleeting dreams, of imagination taking flight, and of the innocence that still lingers in places untouched by time. It might have been carefully folded by small hands during the day, now forgotten as the night envelops the village in its embrace. The trees and foliage that surround the house create a natural frame, enhancing the sense of seclusion and intimacy. The dense, shadowed leaves rustle in the night breeze, their dark forms blending into the background, deepening the contrast between the illuminated home and the vast, quiet darkness beyond. These elements suggest a place both protected and isolated—a retreat from the outside world, where simplicity and peace reign.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Echo of my village"
* ARTISTS: Anatoly Varvarov
* SIZE: 60x100 cm/'23.62x39.37 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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