Original artwork description:

№AAA3966

This oil painting cardboard, titled "There is a pond near the village", the scene is filled with texture and movement, evoking the tranquility of a countryside setting where nature and village life harmoniously blend. The foreground is dominated by a small pond, its reflective surface painted with deep greens, blues, and hints of brown, mirroring the surrounding land and sky. The artist uses thick, layered strokes to give the water a rippling texture, suggesting the gentle disturbance of wind or the occasional movement of wildlife. The banks of the pond are depicted with warm ochres, deep browns, and patches of golden yellow, emphasizing the rugged, uneven terrain shaped by time and the elements. A rustic wooden fence runs along the pond’s edge, its posts leaning slightly, adding a sense of age and character to the landscape. The fence, painted in earthy tones with streaks of red and orange, acts as a visual guide, leading the viewer’s eye toward the middle ground. Here, an open field stretches toward the horizon, painted in a rich tapestry of golden yellows, deep browns, and muted greens. The textured brushwork enhances the sense of depth and natural variation in the land. In the background, a row of trees with autumnal foliage in deep reds, warm oranges, and dark browns stands tall against the sky, their dense canopies partially obscuring a small cluster of village houses. The houses, painted in soft pinks and whites, contrast subtly with the darker tones of the trees, suggesting warmth and human presence within the landscape. The rooftops peek through the foliage, nestled comfortably within the natural surroundings. Above, the sky is rendered in a blend of soft blues, grays, and whites, with dynamic brushstrokes creating the impression of shifting clouds. The play of light and shadow in the sky adds to the atmospheric quality of the painting, hinting at the changing weather or the fleeting moments of daylight. The overall composition balances the structured elements of the village and fence with the organic, untamed beauty of the natural world. The impasto technique adds a tactile quality, making the painting feel alive with movement and texture. The use of warm and cool tones creates a dynamic contrast, emphasizing the depth and richness of the scene. The painting invites the viewer to step into this serene world, where the gentle ripples of the pond, the warmth of the autumnal trees, and the simple charm of the village evoke a deep sense of peace and nostalgia.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "There is a pond near the village"
* ARTISTS: Oksana Kalenyuk
* SIZE: 15x20 cm/'5.90x7.87 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, cardboard
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: we tried to convey the maximum information with the help of photos about this product

Materials used:

oil

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