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Andreii Kreminskyi
"Behind the scenes"

2025

$600
£445.53
€523.25
CA$834.77
A$934.61
CHF 490.04
MX$11,547.64
NOK 6,174.87
SEK 5,828.83
DKK 3,904.12
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He painting "Behind the Scenes" offers the viewer an unusual perspective on a circus performance – from inside the arena, moments before or immediately after a show. Energetic and thick strokes of oil paint create a sense of movement and bustle characteristic of the backstage life of the circus. In the foreground, a large, round arena dominates, painted with broad, impasto strokes of white and light blue, conveying its illuminated surface. In the center of the arena, barely discernible outlines of props can be seen – perhaps stands or ladders, hinting at a recently concluded or upcoming show. Behind the arena, like a curtain, rise the bright red circus tents, painted with bold, impressionistic strokes. Their folds and drapery are rendered expressively, using various shades of red and orange, which adds dynamism. A bright white light bursts from under the tent, contrasting with the darker blue background of the upper part of the painting, symbolizing the magic and illumination of the performance itself. Around the arena, the silhouettes of spectators are visible, depicted in a generalized manner, without clear details. They are painted with quick strokes of different colors, creating a sense of a crowd watching the action. Above, against the blue sky, fragments of the circus tent structures and small flags are visible, adding to the atmosphere. Of particular note is the figure of a person depicted in the upper right. Their silhouette, painted in a dark color, seems to be observing the arena from a height, perhaps a circus worker, performer, or technician preparing for their work. "Behind the Scenes" is not just a depiction of the circus; it's an emotional snapshot of the moment when the magic of the performance is about to happen or has just ended. The painting conveys a sense of anticipation, energy, and the unique atmosphere of the circus backstage.
  • Creator:
    Andreii Kreminskyi (1980, Ukrainian)
  • Creation Year:
    2025
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.82 in (30 cm)Width: 9.85 in (25 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
  • Medium:
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  • Gallery Location:
    Edinburgh, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1987216305182

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