Ivan Shapoval
Intercession Church, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
2011

About the Item

Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on Cardboard Style: Impressionism Year: 2011 Title: Church of the Intercession, Size: 18.5" x 22" x 0.8'' inch, (46x56x2 cm) Unframed, Stretched on Wooden Bar, Gallery Wrapped, Ready to Hang. "Church of the Intercession" is an exquisite oil painting that captures the serene beauty of a landscape with meticulous attention to detail. This stunning artwork, created by an unknown artist, invites viewers into a captivating pastoral scene. The foreground of the painting features a prominent haystack, serving as a focal point. The haystack, meticulously rendered with intricate brushstrokes, stands tall and sturdy on a lush expanse of vibrant green grass. Its golden hues and the textured patterns on its surface create a sense of depth and tactile realism. Moving beyond the haystack, the landscape unfolds with a harmonious composition. A cluster of majestic trees emerges, their leafy branches stretching skyward with a graceful elegance. The artist skillfully captures the nuances of each individual tree, portraying the subtle interplay of light and shadow on their foliage. The varied shades of green evoke a sense of vitality and tranquility, inviting the viewer to immerse themselves in the peaceful atmosphere of nature. As the gaze moves further into the distance, the eye catches a glimpse of a charming church nestled among the trees. The church, painted with delicate precision, is a symbol of spirituality and human connection within the natural landscape. Its architecture features intricate details, with pointed arches and a slender steeple that reaches towards the heavens. The artist captures the essence of the church's beauty, accentuating its presence with subtle strokes of color that blend seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. Above the idyllic scene, the sky stretches out in a serene blend of white and blue hues. The artist's skillful brushwork captures the vastness of the sky, suggesting a sense of openness and possibility. The delicate brushstrokes create a luminous atmosphere, as if the sun's rays gently illuminate the landscape, casting a warm glow upon the scene. "Church of the Intercession" is a masterpiece that harmoniously combines the tranquility of nature, the beauty of architectural design, and the sublime essence of the sky. This painting invites viewers to immerse themselves in its serene ambiance, allowing them to momentarily escape the confines of reality and embark on a journey of contemplation and peace. 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 Lot2991d468

Creator:

Ivan Shapoval (1939, Ukrainian)

Creation Year:

2011

Dimensions:

Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 22 in (55.88 cm)Depth: 0.8 in (2.04 cm)

Medium:

Cardboard,Oil

Movement & Style:

Impressionist

Period:

2010-