Ivan Shapoval
Tokari Village, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
2008

About the Item

Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on Cardboard Style: Impressionism Year: 2008 Title: Tokari Village Size: 18.5" x 26.5" x 0.2'' inch, (48x67x1 cm) Unframed, Stretched on Wooden Bar, Gallery Wrapped, Ready to Hang. "Tokari Village" is an enchanting oil painting that captures the serenity and rustic beauty of a countryside landscape. The scene unfolds with a sense of tranquility, inviting the viewer to embark on a visual journey through its layers of natural splendor. In the foreground of the painting, a sprawling field stretches out before us, drenched in vibrant shades of green. Lush grasses sway gently in the breeze, creating a soft, undulating carpet that seems to ripple with life. The field is adorned with a scattering of wildflowers, their delicate hues adding dashes of color to the composition. Amongst this verdant expanse, a narrow path emerges, meandering through the landscape and beckoning us to explore further. As our gaze follows the path, it leads us deeper into the heart of the painting, gradually revealing the quaint village of Tokari. Nestled amidst the forest, the village appears like a cluster of charming cottages, their rooftops adorned with slanted red tiles. Though distant, their presence is discernible, hinting at a warm and inviting community nestled in this picturesque countryside. The background of the painting portrays the vastness of the surrounding landscape. Towering trees, their branches reaching skyward, populate the distant horizon. Their canopies create a gentle dappled effect, casting playful shadows upon the land. Soft hints of sunlight filter through the foliage, illuminating the scene with a warm, golden glow. The artist's meticulous attention to detail and skillful brushwork breathe life into "Tokari Village." Every stroke and hue come together harmoniously to convey the serene atmosphere and idyllic charm of this rural setting. The painting evokes a sense of tranquility and nostalgia, transporting viewers to a simpler time and place where nature and community coexist harmoniously. Whether displayed in a gallery or adorning the walls of a cozy home, "Tokari Village" is a captivating masterpiece that invites viewers to immerse themselves in its beauty, finding solace in the tranquil landscapes and the quietude of a bygone era. 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 Lot2965d495

Creator:

Ivan Shapoval (1939, Ukrainian)

Creation Year:

2008

Dimensions:

Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Width: 26.5 in (67.31 cm)Depth: 0.2 in (5.08 mm)

Medium:

Cardboard,Oil

Movement & Style:

Impressionist

Period:

2010-