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Anna Shesterikova
Scarlet Sails. Abstract acrylic painting, Japandi, Wabi-Sabi, Shabby Chic

2008

$1,416.60
£1,056.45
€1,200
CA$1,982.60
A$2,011.07
CHF 1,128.92
MX$24,397.89
NOK 13,454.12
SEK 13,403.09
DKK 9,152.77

About the Item

The painting "Scarlet Sails"—acrylic on canvas, 100x100 cm—is an emotionally charged work in which the artist addresses an image inspired by Alexander Grin's legendary story. It is not a literal illustration, but a pictorial interpretation of dream, faith, and miracle, embodied through color and light. The horizon seems to dissolve within the canvas, where sky and sea merge in a turbulent, luminous swirl of color. The upper part breathes fresh turquoise and golden-yellow tones, transitioning to fiery, scarlet, and burgundy hues below, where the eye discerns the silhouette of a sailboat. Its outlines are barely perceptible, as if born of light and air—a symbol of hope and movement toward destiny. The painting's texture is dynamic and vibrant: thick layers of acrylic create a sense of relief, as if the wind-blown brushstrokes transform into waves and clouds. There is no tranquility here—there is the breath of dream, the rhythm of expectation, and the certainty of a miracle. The artist masterfully works with contrasts: cool shades of blue and green highlight the radiance of scarlet, heightening the emotional tension of the composition. This painting can be seen as a visual hymn to inspiration and faith in the impossible—a modern embodiment of Grin's romantic ideal, where "Scarlet Sails" becomes a symbol of inner freedom, hope, and overcoming. In an interior, the work will be more than just a decorative accent, but the philosophical center of the space—a source of light, energy, and dreams. The gallery presents the Swiss artist Anna Shesterikova, a highly professional artist who has been working in the international art market for many years. In 1993, she defended her master's degree with honors at the Faculty of Applied Arts at the Moscow Textile Academy. She is the founder of ANNA-ART-STUDIO in Buchs SG and has dozens of students. Anna has participated in more than 70 international exhibitions and has won many prizes. In 2023, she was awarded the Leonardo da Vinci Prize in Milan. The artist is regularly invited to various galleries for collaboration, and her works adorn hundreds of collections. The gallery guarantees the uniqueness and high quality of this work of art, confirmed by a certificate of authenticity. By purchasing paintings by Anna Shesterikova, you make a smart investment, as the price of her paintings is growing every year. The team of curators of the Art-S-Gallery.
  • Creator:
    Anna Shesterikova (1968, Swiss)
  • Creation Year:
    2008
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39.38 in (100 cm)Width: 39.38 in (100 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
  • More Editions & Sizes:
    100 x 100 cm, edition of 1Price: $1,417
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  • Framing:
    Framing Options Available
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  • Gallery Location:
    Oslo, NO
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Certificate of authenticity1stDibs: LU2717217093542

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