(Article: SB-20253-408)
This original artwork “On Karpovka. Evening” was created by the contemporary Russian artist Sergey Bakin and is available for sale online.
Sergey Bakin’s painting “On Karpovka. Evening” is not just a landscape capturing one of the corners of St. Petersburg, but rather a lyrical experience, imbued with a subtle sense of the city and its atmosphere. The artist uses a muted yet expressive color palette and a free, impressionistic style to evoke feelings of calmness, tranquility, and a certain melancholy characteristic of St. Petersburg’s twilight. It is not a documentary record of reality, but an emotional reflection conveying the soul of the city in its evening guise.
At the center of the composition is a panorama of the Karpovka embankment, with its recognizable houses and the quiet flow of the river. The architectural forms, rendered in soft pastel tones, seem to dissolve into the evening haze, losing their clarity and specificity. The houses, like witnesses to history, preserve the memory of past eras and the people who once inhabited these places.
A special feature of the painting is the sky, which occupies most of the canvas. It is painted in various shades of blue, pink, purple, and gray, creating a sense of depth, space, and mystery. The moon, barely breaking through the clouds, adds an element of romance and enigma to the landscape. The sky seems to be the main character of the painting, setting its mood and atmosphere.
The flow of the river, reflecting the moonlight and city lights, creates a sense of movement and life. The water appears as a living mirror, reflecting the beauty of the world and emphasizing its transience.
The artist employs the Impressionist technique, focusing on conveying light, shadow, and atmosphere. Soft brushstrokes, muted colors, and smooth transitions create a sense of realism and presence. The painting seems to capture a moment that will never be repeated.
“On Karpovka. Evening” in Bakin’s interpretation is not only a cityscape but also a reflection of the artist’s inner world, his love for St. Petersburg, and his ability to find beauty in the simplest things. The painting conveys a feeling of tranquility, calmness, and contemplation that arise when admiring the beauty of nature and architecture.
Overall, Sergey Bakin’s painting is a lyrical and poetic work that evokes warm feelings and invites reflection on eternal values. It seems to invite the viewer to pause for a moment and experience the beauty of a St. Petersburg evening, its silence, its romance, and its unique character.
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 “On Karpovka. Evening” measuring 60 x 80 cm with secure shipping to your location.
Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2025
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Impressionism
Technic:
Oil pastel
Support or surface:
Canvas
Topic:
Urban
Size:
Medium
Width:
80 cm
Height:
60 cm
Thickness:
2 cm
Framing:
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
Corresponding Member of the International Academy of Contemporary Arts, Honorary Artist of Russia, laureate of the international prize “Art du Pastel ...
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