Still life, Circa 2020
Anatoly Tarabanov

Painting : oil

60 x 80 x 2 cm 23.6 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch

€550
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Dimensions cm inch

60 x 80 x 2 cm 23.6 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch Height x Width x Depth

Framing

Not framed


Tags

Still Life

Floral

Bouquet

Colors

Glasses

Apples

Pink

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Artwork location: Ukraine

Tar347The oil painting titled "Still Life" is a contemporary and vibrant interpretation of the classic still life genre. This artwork is a fusion of abstract and representational elements, creating a dream-like atmosphere that plays with the perception of reality. The composition is alive with a medley of fruits, including apples and grapes, depicted with a rich palette of reds, oranges, and yellows that imbue the canvas with warmth and vitality. The fruits are not just static objects; they seem to be caught in a moment of soft motion, with their forms blending into the dynamic background. Central to the painting is what appears to be a glass of water, painted with such transparency and lightness that it stands as a testament to the artist's skill with the medium. The glass anchors the composition, its clarity contrasting with the surrounding bursts of color and texture. The background is a tapestry of soft pastel hues, with strokes of paint applied in a manner that suggests movement and energy. This abstraction transforms the backdrop into a space that feels dynamic and fluid, encouraging the viewer to consider the interplay between the tangible fruit and the intangible background. Hints of gold leaf or gold paint catch the light and create focal points throughout the painting, adding an element of luxury and enhancing the lushness of the depicted fruits. The title "Still Life" traditionally refers to a genre of painting that focuses on inanimate, typically commonplace objects. However, in this painting, the term takes on a new dimension, as the artist brings a sense of life and motion to the still objects, challenging the viewer to find stillness amid the apparent movement. The artist's signature is incorporated into the work in harmony with the overall aesthetic, ensuring that the viewer's experience of the artwork remains uninterrupted by the presence of the creator. The painting invites the viewer to linger, to explore the interplay of color, form, and texture, and to discover the vibrant energy inherent in a moment of stillness.
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Anatoly Tarabanov, Still life
Ukraine  • 1953

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Born in 1953 in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine.

1965–1969: Studied at an art school.

1968–1973: Studied at the Dnipro Art School, specializing in painting.

From 1978: Participated in republican, all-union, and international exhibitions.

1988: Became a member of the Union of Artists of Ukraine.

The artist's works can be seen in museums in Ukraine and abroad, including the Boston Museum of Social Art. Many of his pieces are in private collections in the USA, European countries, Turkey, and Israel.

Currently lives and works in Zaporizhzhia.

Anatoly Tarabanov works in the field of easel painting.

Tarabanov's art combines direct life impressions with meticulous work on form. The artist himself believes that the technique of painting needs to be perfected throughout life, constantly experimenting and introducing something new. His works always exude a clear, confident rhythm that dominates among the lively bursts of decorative spots. This is why Anatoly's works are easily understood, and their profound meaning is easily read.

Anyone who has seen Tarabanov's works even once will easily remember the unique style of the master, where undeniable talent, refined technique, perfect compositions, distinctive style, and sincerity are impeccably combined. While expressing something unquestionably personal, the artist also manages to convey the richness and inexplicable depth of everyone's feelings when closely connected with nature.

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