(Article: ZKY-20253-398)
This original work, «The tangled hair», was created by contemporary Russian artist Ksenia Zavarzova and is available for purchase online.
The painting «The tangled hair» by Ksenia Zavarzova is a powerful, expressive piece that departs from the classical delicacy of her earlier works. This work explores a state of inner turmoil, frustration, or perhaps passion, using bright, almost chaotic layers of color over a realistic depiction.
The composition focuses on a close-up of hands gripping and seemingly simultaneously untangling hair. The hands and body are rendered in muted, earthy brown and yellowish tones, giving the figure the appearance of an ancient sculpture or an image emerging through time.
The central emotional explosion is achieved through the sharp introduction of bright, almost neon colors. Vivid strokes of bright pink (fuchsia) and deep purple/blue break through the hair. These colors do not simply lie on top; they are integrated into the strands of hair and even overlaid on the skin, creating an effect of multidimensionality and inner conflict. The bright pink at the center draws the eye, like the core of a storm or a strong feeling.
Zavarzova’s technique here combines photographic precision in depicting the hands and hair with elements of pop art or expressive collage through the colorful overlays. The contrast between the calm, flesh-toned base and the aggressive, pure color creates high tension. This may symbolize an attempt to cope with strong, uncontrollable emotions that «tangle» the mind.
«The tangled hair» is not about physically untangling strands but about a psychological process. The painting speaks of the struggle with inner chaos, the moment when emotions (symbolized by bright, fierce colors) burst out, even if the figure outwardly tries to maintain control. It is a vivid and bold exploration of inner drama.
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 painting «The tangled hair» sized 130 x 95 cm online with secure delivery to the address you specify.
Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2024
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Symbolism
Technic:
Oil
Support or surface:
Linen canvas
Topic:
Women Portraits
Size:
Large
Width:
95 cm
Height:
130 cm
Thickness:
4 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 the city of Leningrad. In 1997, she entered the Krasnoyarsk Art College named after V.I. Surikov. In 2002, she enrolled in the St. Petersburg ...
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