Third wheel (2026) Original Oil Painting by Tatyana Barinova

“Third Wheel” (The Third One Out)

Two butterfly forms intersect and overlap, creating a tense composition. Broken brushstrokes and fragmented contours intensify the sense of conflict and intrusion. Between them, a third, almost dissolved form can be discerned — a barely perceptible presence within the confrontation. The contrast of warm ochre tones against a cool background emphasizes emotional distance. The image conveys the presence of an element that disrupts a fragile balance.

The small, intimate format of the work makes it suitable for a wide range of interiors — from living spaces to more private gallery settings.

Materials used:

oil

Details:

• Oil painting on Canvas
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 30 x 40 x 2cm (unframed)
• Ready to hang
• Signed on the back
• Style: Expressive and gestural
• Subject: Animals and birds

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