(Article: TR-20256-468)
This original work «August is on the table» was created by contemporary Russian artist Tatiana Rakitina and is available for purchase online.
The painting by Tatiana Rakitina «August is on the table» is a still life filled with the warmth and generosity of the fading summer. The artist celebrates the simplicity and beauty of everyday objects, their ability to bring joy and create an atmosphere of comfort and abundance. It is not just a depiction of a watermelon and dishes, but a kind of visual ode to August — a month filled with rich colors, sweet aromas, and the anticipation of the coming autumn.
The focus of the canvas is a sliced watermelon, occupying most of the composition. The bright red flesh, dotted with black seeds, seems to radiate light and warmth. The artist uses various shades of red, pink, and burgundy to convey the texture of the flesh, its juiciness, and sweetness. The sliced watermelon appears as a symbol of nature’s generosity, its ability to give us tasty and healthy fruits.
A distinctive feature of the painting is the depiction of watermelon slices neatly arranged on a plate. Their shape, texture, and color seem to invite enjoyment and pleasure. The artist uses different shades of red, pink, and green to convey their freshness and appetizing appearance. The watermelon slices symbolize enjoyment, joy, and the simple pleasures we can find in everyday life.
The background of the painting is rendered in muted brown and gray tones. The understated background allows the viewer to focus on the watermelon and other objects placed on the table. The background seems to symbolize coziness, warmth, and the hearth of home.
In the depth of the painting, the outlines of an antique candlestick and decorative plates are barely discernible. They create an atmosphere of antiquity.
The artist employs realism techniques, emphasizing detailed rendering of each object and creating an overall impression of beauty, harmony, and generosity. Smooth tonal transitions and attention to detail create a sense of realism and presence.
Overall, the theme of the painting conveys a feeling of calm, warmth, and abundance.
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 online the painting «August is on the table» sized 50 x 70 cm with secure delivery to the address you specify.
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Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2023
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Realism
Technic:
Oil
Support or surface:
Canvas
Topic:
Still life
Size:
Medium
Width:
70 cm
Height:
50 cm
Thickness:
1.5 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
My name is Tatiana Rakitina, Russian artist based in Moscow. I approaches my art with the conviction that painting serves as a unique “Esperanto ...
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