Slavic chic 13, 2025

Olga Tiho  

Contemporary mixed media artwork featuring a sculptural white matryoshka set against a bold red geometric pattern inspired by Slavic folk ornament. 

"Slavic Chic 13" distills the visual language of Slavic ornament into a bold, highly structured composition where pattern becomes the dominant force. 

Set against an intense red background, the surface is constructed through a precise, repeating geometric motif reminiscent of traditional embroidery and tile work. The symmetry and rhythm of the pattern create a sense of order and visual clarity, transforming cultural ornament into a contemporary, almost architectural field. 

At the center, the signature matryoshka appears in minimalist white relief. Its soft, rounded form contrasts with the sharp geometry of the background, introducing a quiet human presence within a system of repetition and structure. 

This tension—between organic form and rigid pattern—defines the work. The matryoshka becomes a point of stillness, anchoring the composition while the surrounding ornament suggests continuity, multiplicity, and cultural transmission. 

The mirrored frame enhances the object-like quality of the piece, reflecting light and space, and reinforcing its presence as both artwork and design object. 

Within the Slavic Chic series, this work stands out for its precision and graphic strength—where tradition is not only referenced, but restructured into a contemporary visual system. 

Ideal for collectors of contemporary decorative art, geometric compositions, and culturally inspired statement pieces.

Original artwork
Size with frame: 10 x 10 in | 25 x 25 cm
Materials: Ceramics, plaster, acrylic, mirror, wooden frame