This original artwork “Evening study of Fanya” was created by the contemporary Russian artist Ekaterina Kebal  and is available for sale online

Ekaterina Kebal’s painting “Evening Study of Fanya” is a sketch capturing a horse grazing in a meadow in the evening. The artist chooses a free, expressive painting style and uses a muted, yet richly nuanced color palette to convey the atmosphere of calmness, tranquility, and naturalness prevailing in the countryside.

At the center of attention of the painting is a horse named Fanya, occupying most of the canvas. She is depicted in the act of grazing, with her head bowed to the ground and engrossed in nibbling the grass. The artist does not detail the anatomy of the animal but rather conveys the overall impression of her appearance, focusing on shape, color, and movement.

The color of Fanya’s coat is conveyed with broad, free strokes of various shades of brown, gray, and red. This creates a sense of volume and texture. It is visible that the coat shines in the sun, and the muscles are tense in motion. The horse looks strong and graceful, despite its simplicity and casualness.

The background of the painting is a meadow overgrown with grass and flowers. The greenery of the meadow is executed in various shades of green, yellow, and blue. The artist uses expressive strokes to convey the texture of the grass and the play of light and shadow on its surface. The meadow looks alive and natural, as if swaying in the breeze.

In the background of the painting, trees and shrubs are visible, which create a natural background for the horse. They are depicted in blurred silhouettes, which creates a sense of distance and perspective. The greenery of the trees adds a touch of freshness and naturalness to the landscape, reminding us that nature is always present around us.

The sky occupies the upper part of the painting. It is depicted in muted pink and orange tones, which conveys the feeling of sunset. The clouds floating in the sky create a sense of movement and liveliness. The artist uses free, expressive strokes to convey the texture of the clouds and the play of light in the sky.

Special attention in the painting is paid to light. The soft, diffused light of the sunset penetrates through the clouds, illuminating the horse and the meadow. This light is not bright and blinding, but rather muted and gentle, which creates a feeling of quiet sadness and peace.

The artist uses the technique of Impressionism, focusing on conveying the overall impression of what is seen, rather than on the detailed rendering of each object. Textured strokes create a sense of movement and liveliness, as if the horse is moving across the meadow, and the wind is rustling the grass.

Overall, the plot of the painting conveys a feeling of silence, peace, and harmony with nature. The painting seems to invite the viewer to feel themselves in the countryside, enjoy the beauty of the surrounding world, and reflect on the eternal. This canvas is about simplicity, naturalness, and beauty that can be found in everyday life if you know how to see them and appreciate them.

The title of the painting, “Evening Study of Fanya,” focuses on the specific time of day and on the name of the horse depicted on the canvas. Evening is a time of silence and reflection when you can escape from the everyday hustle and bustle and enjoy the beauty of the surrounding world. The horse, on the other hand, becomes a symbol of freedom, strength, and grace, reminding us of the connection between man and nature.

This painting can be hung on the wall of your apartment, house, office, restaurant, or hotel and will be a wonderful decoration for your interior. You can buy online the artwork “Evening study of Fanya” measuring 30 x 35 cm with secure shipping to your location!

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