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This original work “Cracks Appear in the Apollonian System” was created by contemporary Austrian artist Walerij Baranow and is available for purchase online.
The painting by Walerij Baranow, “Cracks Appear in the Apollonian System,” executed on wood using plaster and oil paints, is a powerful and multifaceted piece addressing themes of ideals, time, and transformation. At the center of the composition is a fragment of an ancient sculpture, presumably depicting Apollo, with visible cracks, fractured and covered with blue-green and golden hues contrasting against a dark, starry background. Despite the damage, its image radiates light and a certain harmony.
In the background, a translucent figure of another ancient statue holding a dove on its shoulder emerges, which may symbolize peace, spirit, or a message. This intertwining of images creates a sense of confrontation between the immutable ideals of the past and their fragility in the present. The artist uses a technique combining elements of realism in the depiction of the sculpture with a softer, painterly style for the background, creating depth and atmosphere.
The style of the work can be described as symbolic surrealism, where each element carries deep meaning, and the composition encourages reflection on the evolution of beauty, order, and reason (Apollonian principles) under the influence of time and external forces. The cracks on the sculpture symbolize the vulnerability of even the greatest ideals and the possibility of their destruction.
This painting can be hung on the wall in your apartment, home, restaurant, or hotel, and it will become a beautiful decoration for your interior.
You can buy the painting “Cracks Appear in the Apollonian System” online, measuring 90 x 70 cm, with secure delivery to the address you specify.
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Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2026
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Art object
Technic:
Oil
Support or surface:
Wood
Topic:
Mythology
Size:
Large
Width:
70 cm
Height:
90 cm
Framing:
Not (or not applicable)
Ships From: Austria
Delivery Cost: Shipping is not included in the price of the artwork
The shipping cost will be calculated at checkout. It depends on the size of the artwork and the delivery region, and typically ranges from €50 to €300.
Delivery Time: Typically 5-7 business days for domestic shipments, 10-20 business days for international shipments
Returns: 14-day return policy
Walerij Baranow is an artist, gallerist, and initiator of international art projects. His extraordinary biography has profoundly shaped his artistic w ...
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