Artwork description:

№Varv 188

This oil painting titled "Red Viburnum" is a vivid and textural portrayal of the lush beauty of nature. The artwork is a rich tapestry of deep reds and subtle greens, showcasing a bountiful cluster of viburnum berries. The berries are painted with a vibrant intensity, their glossy surfaces catching the light, creating highlights that convey their juicy, ripe quality. The leaves of the viburnum are depicted in varying shades of maroon, crimson, and hints of purple, suggesting a late summer or early autumn season. The brushwork is expressive and dynamic, with thick impasto techniques giving the foliage and berries a three-dimensional appearance that seems to bring them to life. The background is a mélange of dark and cool tones, which allows the red viburnum to stand out prominently, almost as if they are reaching out of the canvas towards the viewer. The contrast between the vibrancy of the berries and the muted background emphasizes the focal point of the painting. Droplets of moisture are subtly suggested on the surfaces of the berries and leaves, adding to the sense of freshness and vitality. The overall effect is one of abundance and fecundity, celebrating the natural world in a style that is both classical and exuberant. The artist's signature and the date '22 are discretely placed, not detracting from the visual impact of the scene. This painting would not only be a feast for the eyes but could also evoke the rich scents and textures of a garden at the peak of its growth, making "Red Viburnum" a piece that engages multiple senses.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Red viburnum"
* ARTISTS: Varvarov Anatoly Viktorovich
* SIZE: 100x120 cm/'39.37x47.24 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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