Bob Blackmon

Oil on Canvas -- Irish Russian Poetry

2011

This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art Gallery and online. "The Essence of Harmony" captures a moment of delicate tranquil...

A still life filled with whimsy and contrast, Composition with Cherries and Dice is a playful yet sophisticated exploration of balance and harmony. The delicate porcelain cup, adorned with golden accents, holds a single cherry—an unexpected, almost surreal placement that immediately draws the eye. A blue-rimmed saucer brims with more cherries, their glossy surfaces rich in warm reds, while a lone cherry rests precariously at the edge, as if caught between stillness and motion. Titorenkov’s use of light transforms the objects into something almost sculptural—the porcelain gleams with cool reflections, while the cherries appear soft and sumptuous in contrast. The inclusion of a red die in the corner adds an element of intrigue, a playful disruption to the classic still life arrangement. Its presence hints at chance, at unpredictability, and perhaps, at the fleeting nature of life’s sweetest moments. This painting is a masterful fusion of classical still life and contemporary wit. Composition with Cherries and Dice invites the viewer to engage with its unexpected elements, to savor its delicate beauty, and to contemplate the hidden narratives within the arrangement. This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art Gallery and online. Artist bio: Born in 1963 in Kotel, Bulgaria, Alexander Titorenkov...