Ivan Shapoval
Winter Day, Landscape, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
2000

About the Item

Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on Canvas Style: Impressionism Year: 2000 Title: Winter Day Size: 41.5" x 29.5" x 0.8'' inch, (105x75x3 cm) Unframed, Stretched on Wooden Bar, Gallery Wrapped, Ready to Hang. "Winter Day" is a captivating oil painting that beautifully captures the serene essence of a snowy landscape. The artist skillfully brings to life a chilly winter scene, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in its tranquil atmosphere. The foreground of the painting showcases a narrow path, winding its way through the snow-covered terrain. The path serves as a visual invitation, guiding one's gaze towards the heart of the composition—a quaint village nestled amidst the winter wonderland. The village appears to be magically enveloped in a pristine layer of snow, creating a serene and idyllic setting. The houses within the village are meticulously depicted, their rooftops and walls glistening under the weight of the snow. The artist pays close attention to detail, capturing the distinct architecture of each dwelling. Wisps of smoke elegantly rise from the chimneys, creating a sense of warmth and human habitation in the midst of the cold. Beyond the village, the viewer's gaze extends into the distance, where a dense forest emerges from the snow-covered landscape. The forest adds depth to the painting, its silhouette contrasting against the muted tones of the sky and village. The meticulous brushstrokes convey the texture and density of the trees, inviting contemplation of the mysterious and hidden depths within the forest. The sky above is painted in various shades of gray, creating an overcast atmosphere that enhances the sense of a chilly winter day. The absence of direct sunlight adds to the painting's cool ambiance, evoking a serene and peaceful mood. Overall, "Winter Day" is a captivating oil painting that skillfully captures the essence of a winter landscape. Its masterful composition, meticulous attention to detail, and evocative use of color allow viewers to experience the tranquil beauty of a snowy village scene, evoking a sense of wonder and serenity. 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 Lot3043d1350

Creator:

Ivan Shapoval (1939, Ukrainian)

Creation Year:

2000

Dimensions:

Height: 41.5 in (105.41 cm)Width: 29.5 in (74.93 cm)Depth: 0.8 in (2.04 cm)

Medium:

Oil,Canvas

Movement & Style:

Impressionist

Period:

2010-