Metropolitan Rhythm (2023) Original Oil Painting by Zakhar Shevchuk

Metropolitan Rhythm is a semi-abstract exploration of the urban landscape, where architecture dissolves into memory and atmosphere. Rather than presenting a literal city view, Zakhar Shevchuk constructs a layered visual field in which vertical structures and spatial divisions emerge subtly from a muted, textured surface. The composition suggests movement, distance, and the quiet rhythm of metropolitan life.

The painting is defined by its material richness. Built through multiple layers of oil paint, the surface carries traces of erosion, scraping, and reworking, evoking the physicality of aged walls and industrial textures. This approach places the work in dialogue with artists such as Anselm Kiefer and Gerhard Richter, while maintaining a distinctive sense of restraint and balance.

Balanced between abstraction and suggestion, the work adapts easily to different spaces and moods. It offers both visual calm and conceptual depth, making it an excellent choice for collectors who appreciate subtle, atmospheric painting with strong material presence.

Materials used:

Oil

Details:

• Oil painting on Canvas
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 70 x 60 x 2cm (unframed)
• Ready to hang
• Signed certificate of authenticity
• Style: Expressive and gestural
• Subject: Architecture and cityscapes

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