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This original work «A la Russe» was created by contemporary Russian artist Nikita Chaikovsky and is available for purchase online.
The painting by Nikita Chaikovsky «A la Russe» (second version) is a vivid, expressive portrait embodying the idealized image of a Russian beauty in traditional attire. Unlike his abstract-expressive works, this portrait combines the textured expressiveness of the background with a more delicate, lyrical rendering of the face.
At the center of the composition is a young girl dressed in a stylized Russian national costume. The face is painted in a soft, light palette, emphasizing tenderness and calmness. The main focus, besides the rich background, is the heroine’s eyes, painted in a bright, piercing blue. This celestial shade in the eyes creates a strong contrast with the fiery colors dominating the painting.
The girl’s head is adorned with a massive, richly decorated kokoshnik or crown, which is a central element of cultural symbolism. The kokoshnik is rendered in deep, warm tones of red and gold, with embossed patterns imitating embroidery and inlay. Long braids framing the face are painted in brownish-red tones and are partially hidden under a translucent white veil.
The background of the painting is a powerful, blazing field of red, orange, and burgundy hues. Thick, energetic brushstrokes create a sense of flame, strength, and richness. This warm palette symbolizes national color, vitality, and the brightness of Russian traditions.
«A la Russe» is an emotional tribute to Russian culture. Nikita Chaikovsky uses color saturation to create an image that is both tender and monumental, combining the celestial purity of the gaze with the fiery passion of Russian folk art.
This painting can be hung on the wall in your apartment, house, office, restaurant, or hotel, and it will become a beautiful decoration for your interior.
You can buy the «A la Russe» painting online, sized 100 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:
2025
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Figurative
Technic:
Acrylic
Support or surface:
Linen canvas
Topic:
Women Portraits
Size:
Large
Width:
70 cm
Height:
100 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
Born in 2001 in Nizhny Tagil (Ural). I live and work in Yekaterinburg. Higher education (with honors) from Moscow University "Synergy", faculty: art b ...
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