Artwork description:

№Varv 211

This artwork, titled "Life Goes On," depicts a stark contrast between serenity and turmoil. In the foreground, two birds rest peacefully on a power line, symbolizing the continuity of life and normalcy. In the background, a large plume of smoke, likely from an explosion , rises into the sky, bending and dissipating as it climbs. This smoke plume represents disruption and chaos, perhaps a nod to the current military conflicts or societal upheavals. The juxtaposition of the calm birds against the backdrop of the smoke suggests a narrative of resilience and the enduring spirit of life amidst chaos. It reflects on the idea that despite the disturbances and changes in the world, life persists in its most basic and unaffected forms. The blue sky, a symbol of tranquility and hope, further emphasizes the theme of persistence and the possibility of peace and normality returning after the conflict. The painting captures the essence of life's duality: peace and conflict, beauty and destruction, each existing side by side.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Life goes on"
* ARTISTS: Varvarov Anatoly Viktorovich
* SIZE: 120x80 cm/'47.24x31.49 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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