Artwork description:

№Varv 3

"January 1" by Anatoly Varvarov captures the quiet, contemplative aftermath of celebration. The painting shows a lonely winter playground under a soft blanket of snow, with a single red swing gently suspended and a folded paper airplane resting on its seat. The scene is devoid of people, evoking a sense of stillness and reflection.
The artist uses precise realism and subtle symbolism to express themes of memory, transience, and the delicate silence that follows human joy. The absence of children, the pale winter light, and the untouched snow convey both peace and a quiet void — the pause between what was and what will be. “January 1” is not just about a date; it's about the emotional reset that comes with a new beginning.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "January 1"
* ARTISTS: Varvarov Anatoly Viktorovich
* SIZE: 135x155 cm/'53.14x61.02 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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