This original artwork “Barcode” was created by the contemporary Russian artist Margarita Fatyanova  and is available for sale online.

Margarita Fatyanova’s painting “Barcode” is a witty and provocative work in which the artist touches upon topical issues of individuality, uniqueness, and standardization in the modern world of consumption. Using a saturated, yet muted color palette and the technique of Realism with elements of Surrealism, she creates an atmosphere of irony, absurdity, and some anxiety characteristic of осознания the loss of one’s own identity in the era of mass culture. This canvas is about stamps, about stereotypes, about the value of authenticity, and about how important it is to remain yourself, despite the pressure of society and the dominance of standards.

At the center of attention of the painting is a zebra, comfortably located on a luxurious sofa. Her striped color, like a barcode, is a symbol of standardization and unification, depriving the animal of individuality and turning it into one of the many goods available on the market. The artist skillfully conveys the texture of the wool, its softness and fluffiness, creating a sense of realism and presence. The zebra seems to be a symbol of a consumerist attitude to the world, in which everything can be bought and sold, including individuality and uniqueness.

A special feature of the painting is the Harlequin doll sitting on the back of the sofa, whose gaze is directed at the zebra. Harlequin seems to be a symbol of creativity, fantasy, and freedom, contrasting with the standardized image of the zebra. His bright costume seems to be a call for self-expression and protest against unification.

The sofa on which the zebra sits is made in a luxurious red color with a golden ornament. Its elaborate design and expensive materials create a feeling of wealth, glamour, and excess. The sofa seems to be a symbol of consumer luxury, which is not able to replace the true beauty and value of individuality.

The background of the painting is executed in muted tones, creating a feeling of coziness and comfort. However, even here the artist does not do without irony. The window visible in the background is covered with a thick curtain, as if hinting that the zebra lives in an artificial, limited world, devoid of naturalness and freedom.

The artist uses the technique of Realism with elements of Surrealism, focusing on the detailed rendering of each object and creating an overall impression of absurdity and тревоги. Saturated colors, clear lines, and unusual combinations create a feeling of an artificial world in which the zebra and Harlequin seem to be stuck in time and space, trying to find their way to freedom and self-expression.

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 “Barcode” measuring 80 x 60 cm with secure shipping to your location.

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