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This original work “Woman in the Sands 4” was created by contemporary Russian artist Vladimir Abaimov and is available for purchase online.
“Woman in the Sands 4” by Vladimir Abaimov is a piece inspired by Kobo Abe’s novel of the same name, exploring themes of identity, the struggle for survival, and human nature in extreme conditions.
The painting depicts the face of a woman, whose features are rendered with a high degree of realism. However, her face is distorted or perhaps partially covered by something resembling sand or drying clay that envelops her. This texture creates a sense of depersonalization, transformation, or immersion in an environment where the boundaries between human and surroundings blur.
The woman’s large, expressive eyes look directly at the viewer, conveying a complex range of emotions—from despair to resilience. Possibly, the yellow, sandy elements appearing in the composition hint at the endless dunes that become both prison and habitat for the novel’s characters.
The style of the painting combines realism in the facial details with surrealistic elements in the depiction of sand and the environment, emphasizing the atmosphere of Abe’s novel. Vladimir Abaimov creates a powerful visual image that prompts reflection on the fragility of human existence, our ability to adapt and fight even in the most hopeless situations.
This painting can be hung on the wall in your apartment, house, restaurant, or hotel, and it will become a beautiful decoration for your interior.
You can buy the painting “Woman in the Sands 4” online, sized 24 x 30 cm, with secure delivery to the address you specify. Inspired by Kobo Abe’s novel of the same name.
Artwork's condition:
Very good
Year of creation of the painting:
2024
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Surrealism
Technic:
Oil
Support or surface:
Wood
Topic:
Literary motif
Size:
Small
Width:
30 cm
Height:
24 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
Member of the Professional Union of Artists of Russia, rating 4B – an established professional artist, in demand in the art market.It is pointless to ...
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