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This original work «Megapolis» was created by contemporary Russian artist Konstantin Kansky and is available for purchase online.
The painting «Megapolis» by Konstantin Kansky is an ironic and poetic piece in which the artist questions the very concept of a «megapolis» by depicting a secluded settlement on the water. The work is done in a stylized, fairy-tale manner with elements of naive art and subtle humor.
The composition focuses on a small islet that looks like a stronghold of old, somewhat fairy-tale architecture. The houses on the island are asymmetrical, with curved roofs, tall chimneys, and narrow Gothic windows. The buildings appear worn but inhabited, painted in warm, earthy tones that contrast with the surrounding tranquility.
To the left of the main structure grows a solitary curved tree, whose crown resembles an outstretched hand protecting this small world.
Around the islet is a wide expanse of water, painted in rich, pure blues and turquoise tones. On the water near the shore, a small boat resembling a gondola or an old canoe is visible. Inside are two tiny figures—possibly fishermen or travelers—which emphasizes the isolation of this place.
The sky above the island is bright and calm, with minimal clouds, creating a sense of silence and peace.
The title «Megapolis» combined with the image of a tiny isolated settlement is clearly an ironic commentary by the artist on the hustle and bustle of modern big cities. Kansky offers the viewer a utopian vision of life—quiet, harmonious, and protected from the outside world, where the only «megapolis» is this small island of self-sufficiency.
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 «Megapolis» painting online, sized 50 x 60 cm, with secure delivery to the address you specify.
Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2017
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Postmodernism
Technic:
Oil
Support or surface:
Canvas
Topic:
Urban
Size:
Medium
Width:
60 cm
Height:
50 cm
Thickness:
2 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
Konstantin Nikolaevich Kansky was born on December 9, 1968, in Krasnodar. He graduated from the Krasnodar Art College in 1989. Since 1992, he ha ...
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