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This original artwork, «Old Citadel», was created by contemporary Russian artist Dmitry Averyanov and is available for purchase online.
Dmitry Averyanov’s painting «Old Citadel» is not so much an image of an architectural structure as it is a hymn to the primal power of nature unfolding against the backdrop of eternity. The artist rejects detailed depiction, favoring expression and drama instead.
The central focus of the composition is the dark, monumental rocks, reminiscent of the remnants of an ancient citadel, unyielding against the onslaught of the water element. These rocks are painted with dense, almost sculptural strokes in deep tones of indigo, black, and crimson, giving them a sinister and ancient appearance.
However, the true movement and energy come from the sea. The water here is the main character. It rises, crashes against the stones, and roars, forming foamy cascades. Averyanov uses impasto and sharp, dynamic strokes of white, blue, and green to convey the fury of the waves. The foam seems tangible, clashing with the solidity of the rocks in an eternal confrontation.
The sky adds drama. It is dark, with heavy clouds, but through them breaks a disturbing, unnaturally bright light — yellow and turquoise. This light carries a hint of danger; perhaps it is the last glow of sunset or the glare of an approaching storm. A few soaring seagulls are the only living but subordinate element, emphasizing the scale of the scene.
«Old Citadel» by Dmitry Averyanov is an expressive, almost abstract view of the struggle between man (symbolized by the ruins) and untamable nature. The painting is infused with powerful energy, making the viewer feel the salty spray and the thunder of crashing waves.
This painting can be hung on the wall in your apartment, house, office, restaurant, or hotel, becoming a beautiful decoration for your interior.
You can buy the painting «Old Citadel» online, sized 110 x 220 cm, with secure delivery to your specified address.
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Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2015
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Romanticism
Technic:
Oil
Support or surface:
Canvas
Topic:
Seascape
Size:
Oversized
Width:
220 cm
Height:
110 cm
Thickness:
4 cm
Framing:
Yes (included)
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
Leningrad. Art School No. 2 on Nekrasova Street /1970-76/, Leningrad Art College named after V.A. Serov /painting and pedagogical department/ /1976-8 ...
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