Ivan Shapoval
Sunset, Landscape, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
1991

About the Item

Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on Canvas Style: Impressionism Year: 1999 Title: Sunset Size: 35.5" x 41.5" x 0.8'' inch, (90x105x3 cm) Unframed, Stretched on Wooden Bar, Gallery Wrapped, Ready to Hang. "Sunset" is a captivating oil painting that beautifully captures the serene beauty of a landscape bathed in the warm hues of the setting sun. The focal point of the composition lies in the foreground, where a meandering river gracefully winds its way through the canvas. The artist skillfully depicts the river's tranquil waters, their rippling surface reflecting the soft, golden light of the evening sky. Floating gently along the river's path is a small boat, carrying the silhouettes of people. Though devoid of intricate details, their presence adds a sense of life and narrative to the scene, inviting viewers to imagine their journey and contemplate the peacefulness of the moment. The silhouettes stand in stark contrast to the vibrant colors of the surroundings, emphasizing the ethereal nature of the scene. Adjacent to the river, a lush forest emerges, its trees painted with a range of greens that vary in intensity, capturing the diverse foliage of the landscape. The forest provides a natural boundary, framing the composition and adding depth to the painting. Through the gaps between the trees, one can catch glimpses of the breathtaking sunset beyond. The sky above is a stunning blend of blues and yellows, evoking the magical transition between day and night. The artist skillfully portrays the fading light as it mingles with the soft clouds, resulting in a dreamlike atmosphere that envelops the entire painting. The warm tones of the sunset create a sense of tranquility, as if time stands still in this idyllic moment. Overall, "Sunset" is a masterful oil painting that invites viewers to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. With its skillful rendering of light, colors, and composition, it captures the peacefulness and awe-inspiring grandeur of a tranquil landscape bathed in the enchanting glow of the setting sun. 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 Lot3045TS1800

Creator:

Ivan Shapoval (1939, Ukrainian)

Creation Year:

1991

Dimensions:

Height: 35.5 in (90.17 cm)Width: 41.5 in (105.41 cm)Depth: 0.8 in (2.04 cm)

Medium:

Oil,Canvas

Movement & Style:

Impressionist

Period:

2010-