Ivan Shapoval
Autumn, Landscape, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
2006

About the Item

Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on Canvas Style: Impressionism Year: 2006 Title: Autumn Size: 25.5" x 34.5" x 0.8'' inch, (66x88x3 cm) Unframed, Stretched on Wooden Bar, Gallery Wrapped, Ready to Hang. "Autumn" is an enchanting oil painting that beautifully captures the essence of a serene landscape. The artwork portrays a captivating forest scene, inviting viewers into a world of tranquility and natural beauty. The focal point of the painting is a winding path that meanders through the heart of the forest, leading the observer on an imaginary journey. The path, created with meticulous brushwork and skillful shading, guides the eye deep into the wilderness, evoking a sense of curiosity and wonder. In the distance, bathed in a soft glow of muted colors, a solitary figure emerges. Cloaked in a vibrant red jacket, the man becomes a visual anchor, adding a touch of intrigue to the composition. Though only depicted as a silhouette, devoid of discernible features, the figure stands as a powerful symbol of human presence in the midst of nature's embrace. The sky above paints a melancholic yet captivating atmosphere. A palette of gray-blue hues dominates the canvas, hinting at the approaching autumn season. The clouds, rendered with delicate brushstrokes, carry a sense of movement, suggesting a passing breeze through the treetops. The forest itself is a tapestry of rich earthy tones. The trees, resplendent in their autumnal glory, display a splendid array of fiery reds, golden yellows, and burnt oranges. The artist skillfully captures the interplay of light and shadow, as sunlight filters through the canopy, illuminating patches of the forest floor. "Autumn" encapsulates the essence of this transitional season, where nature gracefully transitions from the vivacity of summer to the contemplative hues of fall. It invites viewers to immerse themselves in the peaceful ambiance of the scene, evoking a sense of nostalgia, serenity, and the profound connection between mankind and the natural world. About Artist: Place of Birth: September 10, 1939, Dniprodzerzhynsk, Ukraine Graduated from Dnipropetrovsk Art School (1967) Graduated from Kharkiv Art Industry Higher School (1973) Field of Activity: Easel painting Teachers: H. Cherniavskly, V. Konstantynopilsky, O. Martynets Ivan Shapoval has been a member of the Ukrainian National Artists' Union "SinG" since 1988. Personal Exhibitions: Sumy (1972, 1980, 1987, 1989, 1991, 1995) Participation in all-Ukrainian exhibitions: 1982 Always Ready. Kyiv 1983 International Art Exhibition. Sofia, Bulgaria 1983 Painting of Ukraine. Kyiv 1984 Land and People. Moscow. Sumy. Kharkiv 1984 Physical Culture and Sports. Kyiv 1984 60th Anniversary of the Red Banner Western Border District. Kyiv 1987 International Art Exhibition. Netherlands. Finland. Norway 1987 Always Ready. Kyiv 1987 Painting of Ukraine. Kyiv 1988 Watercolor Exhibition. Kyiv 1988 Soviet Land. Kyiv 1991 Artists of Ukraine. Zemle, Germany 1999 International Art Exhibition. Germany 2003 International Art Exhibition. Germany 2007 Picturesque Ukraine. Kyiv 2008 Artists of Sumy Region. Poltava Art Museum. Poltava 2008 Artistic Mosaic. Alexander Feldman Foundation. Kharkiv 2008 for the 70th Anniversary of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine. Kyiv 2009 On the Day of the Artist. Kyiv Ivan Shapoval's works are held in private collections and museums, including: Ministry of Culture & UNAU Exhibitions Lebedyn Municipal Art Museum, Sumy Region Art Museum N. Onatskiy Art Museum, Sumy Hecosso Gallery in Japan Lot3029d873

Creator:

Ivan Shapoval (1939, Ukrainian)

Creation Year:

2006

Dimensions:

Height: 25.5 in (64.77 cm)Width: 34.5 in (87.63 cm)Depth: 0.8 in (2.04 cm)

Medium:

Oil,Canvas

Movement & Style:

Impressionist

Period:

2010-