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Olga Nikitina
Sardines Painting Oil Original Art

2024

$250
£189.80
€217.09
CA$349.29
A$388.48
CHF 202.85
MX$4,727.42
NOK 2,590.75
SEK 2,429.67
DKK 1,620.19
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Title: Sardines Artist: Olga Nikitina Dimensions: 8 x 8 in. (20 x 20 cm) Medium: Oil on stretched canvas Technique: Palette knife / Impasto Style: Contemporary Marine Art Signed: Front and back Presentation: Ready to hang; gallery-wrapped sides Shipping: Professionally packaged to gallery standards; free express shipping with tracking An Intimate Glimpse Beneath the Surface In this captivating original oil painting, contemporary artist Olga Nikitina offers a textured, impasto interpretation of one of nature’s most spectacular marine phenomena — the Sardine Run off the coast of South Africa. Measuring 8 x 8 inches, this small-format work invites the viewer to witness the grace and dynamism of a shimmering school of sardines in motion. Executed entirely with a palette knife, the richly layered oil surface captures the energy of the fish as they move together in a hypnotic ballet beneath the waves. Deep aquas and brilliant blues intermingle with hints of lavender and silver, creating a rhythmic, circular composition that conveys both motion and harmony. Inspired by the Sardine Run of South Africa Nikitina’s inspiration for this piece stems from her direct experience diving during the annual Sardine Run — a breathtaking natural event along the eastern coast of South Africa where billions of sardines migrate in dense shoals, attracting dolphins, seabirds, and sharks. As an artist who often paints underwater, Nikitina draws from real encounters in the ocean to translate the pulse, light, and life of the sea into expressive color and form. Texture, Light, and Movement in Miniature Every stroke in this piece is intentional, applied with a palette knife to build bold layers and vibrant depth. The tactile surface catches light beautifully, making the painting seem to shimmer — just like sunlight dancing across fish underwater. Signed on both the front and back, this painting is ready to hang, with the edges painted for a clean, modern presentation. Collectors Will Appreciate: A vivid and textural original oil painting inspired by a real natural event The rarity of work derived from underwater observation and diving experience Its versatile size — perfect for salon walls, intimate spaces, or gifting Gallery-standard presentation and shipping A one-of-a-kind piece — not a reproduction or print Artist’s Note: “Experiencing the Sardine Run in South Africa was like watching a living galaxy in the ocean — so much life, light, and movement condensed into pure energy. I wanted to capture that emotion in oil, with palette knife textures that reflect the sea’s rhythm.” — Olga Nikitina This piece is a refined and personal celebration of marine life — a unique statement for art collectors, marine lovers, and anyone who feels connected to the mysteries of the ocean.
  • Creator:
    Olga Nikitina (1983, Ukrainian)
  • Creation Year:
    2024
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
  • Medium:
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  • Gallery Location:
    Zofingen, CH
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2203216456212

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