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This original work «The Salt of the Earth» was created by contemporary Russian artist Vadim Kolobovnikov and is available for purchase online.
Vadim Kolobovnikov's painting “The Salt of the Earth” is a profound and multifaceted piece that touches on themes of the earth, its generosity, and permanence. The title of the painting refers to a biblical expression implying truthfulness, reliability, and vital strength. Through his expressive style, the artist conveys the power and beauty of the earth, which serves as the foundation of all existence.
The composition of the painting is built on the contrast and interaction of various textures and colors. In the foreground, we see fields painted with thick, impasto strokes. Earthy tones dominate – ochre, golden brown, with specks of dark burgundy and pink. These colors symbolize the richness of the earth, its fertility, and life energy. The texture of the paint creates a sense of roughness and naturalness, as if the earth itself emerges from the canvas.
On the horizon rises a hilly landscape painted in calmer yet equally expressive tones. Here, blue and light blue shades appear, which may symbolize the sky’s blue reflected in the earth or underground waters nourishing the soil. Silhouettes of trees are visible on the hilltop, painted with dark, almost black strokes. Despite their somberness, these trees give the composition vertical stability and symbolize eternity and rootedness.
The sky in the upper part of the painting is rendered in light, pastel tones – white, cream, and soft pink. These colors create a feeling of gentle light, possibly pre-sunset or dawn, illuminating the earth and giving it a special softness and tranquility.
Kolobovnikov’s painting technique in this work is distinguished by particular expressiveness and vitality. Thick, voluminous strokes create a sense of dynamism and movement, even in a static landscape. The artist does not strive for photographic accuracy but conveys the overall mood and the vibration of life present in every element of the painting.
“The Salt of the Earth” is a canvas that prompts reflection on the permanence and importance of the earth. It reminds us of its role in our lives, its ability to give us strength and nourish us. The painting evokes a sense of solidity, reliability, and eternal renewal inherent in the earth itself. It is a work that affirms the value of the earthly, natural, and true.
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 the painting «The Salt of the Earth» online, sized 63 x 60 cm, with secure delivery to the address you specify.
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Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2005
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Impressionism
Technic:
Oil
Support or surface:
Canvas
Topic:
Landscape
Size:
Medium
Width:
60 cm
Height:
63 cm
Thickness:
2 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
Kolobovnikov Vadim Alekseevich. Born in 1973 in the city of Lipetsk. In 1997, he graduated from the Art and Graphic Faculty of the ...
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