Bronze Sculpture for Sale
Winter holiday with an elephant, 2011
Painting : oil · 65 x 70 x 3 cm 25.6 x 27.6 x 1.2 inch · Ready to hang
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Type
Painting : Unique artwork
Condition
Artwork sold in perfect condition, framed, ready to hang
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Sold with certificate of Authenticity from the artist
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Hand-signed by artist
Dimensions ( cm • inch )
65 x 70 x 3 cm 25.6 x 27.6 x 1.2 inch Height x Width x Depth
Artwork dimensions including frame
69 x 74 x 4 cm 27.2 x 29.1 x 1.6 inch
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Description
This vibrant composition is part of the triptych "Shiroka Maslyana", a series dedicated to the festive traditions of Maslenitsa, the Slavic celebration of winter's end and the arrival of spring. The title, "Winter Holiday with an Elephant," evokes a surreal yet joyful fusion of folkloric imagery and dreamlike abstraction, where the grandeur of the elephant—a symbol of wisdom and endurance—merges with the festive chaos of carnival traditions.
Concept
Painted in 2011, this work exemplifies Anatoly Kost's signature contemp-abstraction, where layers of expressive strokes and bold color contrasts convey movement, festivity, and ritual. The painting is rich in ochres, icy blues, and deep reds, evoking the contrast between winter's chill and the warmth of celebration. Kost's brushwork embodies the dynamic energy of Maslenitsa festivities, where street performances, feasting, and the symbolic burning of the effigy mark the transition of seasons.
The elephant, woven into this composition, is an enigmatic presence—perhaps a metaphor for strength and endurance amid cyclical change, or a nod to the global nature of celebration and ritual. The artist's approach reflects his interest in cross-cultural synthesis, blending Slavic traditions with universal archetypes.
The triptych "Shiroka Maslyana", including this piece, has been exhibited in multiple galleries, showcasing Kost's exploration of festive energy, historical ritual, and modern abstraction. A unique collector's item, this painting captures the timeless spirit of celebration, transformation, and cultural depth.
Presentation
Anatoly Kost (Kostyuk) is an outstanding Ukrainian artist, born in Volyn in 1960, and his career has been over 35 years. His works in the style of abstract art are currently in many private European collections and the National Art Museum of Ukraine. With his works, the artist visited international exhibitions. The artist adheres to the concept of the process of transmuting the energy of abstract art into the energy of music or choreography and vice versa, noting their mutual polyphony. An essential factor in the forces of his work are the masterpieces of world musical classics and choreography, which became the basis for determining the personal philosophical direction in abstraction, namely contemp-abstraction (plastic image of the internal state).
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