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This original work «Rapids» was created by the contemporary Russian artist Alexander Samokhvalov and is available for purchase online.
Alexander Samokhvalov’s painting “Rapids” is a captivating winter landscape in which the artist managed to capture the contrast between the frozen cold nature and the untamed power of the flowing water.
The scene unfolds in a snowy gorge or forest valley. In the foreground, a river is depicted that, despite the frost, is not completely frozen over. In the center of the stream, swift dark waters are visible, painted with confident, energetic brushstrokes conveying the movement and strength of the rapids. Thick layers of snow cover the banks, blending with gray, blue, and even pinkish reflections characteristic of winter lighting.
The riverbanks are covered with snow. On the left, a steep slope with exposed rocks is visible, where snow lies in uneven caps. The slopes and banks are densely covered with trees. On the right bank, snowy bushes and young trees grow, their branches appearing white with frost. In the background, tall coniferous trees covered with snow can be seen.
The lighting creates a special mood. The sky in the central part of the painting glows with a soft, pale yellow or peach light, suggesting early morning or a brief winter sunset. This warm light contrasts with the cold shades of snow and water, creating a rich color scheme.
Alexander Samokhvalov uses a technique that conveys both the density of the snow and the transparency of the water. “Rapids” is a painting about the resilience of life, which finds its way even in the harshest winter months, and about the beauty of northern nature in its frosty attire.
This painting can be hung on the wall in your apartment, house, office, restaurant, or hotel, and it will become a wonderful decoration for your interior.
You can buy the painting «Rapids» online, sized 29 x 51 cm, with secure delivery to the address you specify.
Winter. Ural.
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Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2025
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Realism
Technic:
Oil
Support or surface:
Canvas
Topic:
Landscape
Size:
Medium
Width:
51 cm
Height:
29 cm
Thickness:
0.5 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
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