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This original work "Snake" was created by contemporary Russian artist Anastasia Poliakova and is available for purchase online.
Anastasia Poliakova's painting "Snake" — a powerful and intriguing piece that takes the viewer into the dark, primal depths of the subconscious, where ancient symbols and mystical images dwell. The artist creates an atmosphere of a mysterious, almost Gothic landscape filled with vivid bursts of color.
The central figure is undoubtedly the snake — an archetypal image associated with temptation, wisdom, rebirth, and duality. The snake is depicted in motion, its body twisting with bright orange and tiger stripes contrasting with calmer blue and violet tones. Part of its head appears white, almost like a dragon or mythical creature, enhancing the sense of mysticism.
The scene unfolds against a background that simultaneously resembles dense jungle and the ruins of a futuristic destroyed city. In the background, vertical pointed shapes painted in gray, white, and dark burgundy tones are visible. They create the impression of a sinister Gothic landscape or perhaps distorted Gothic spires emerging through the darkness.
At the bottom of the composition is a water surface painted in deep, rich blue, reflecting the surrounding darkness and glowing forms. The water here is a boundary between worlds, a mirror reflecting the nature of this dream. The fields are surrounded by lush fantastic vegetation, painted with sharp, graphic strokes that give the scene dynamism and chaos.
The atmosphere of the painting is gloomy but not hopeless. Bright accents — the orange snake, turquoise reflections of the water, flashes of pink and red — break through the overall darkness, symbolizing hidden life force and energy even in the deepest darkness.
"Snake" by Anastasia Poliakova is a profound exploration of duality: life and death, light and darkness, nature and civilization. The painting captivates with its expression and ability to evoke strong subconscious reactions, forcing the viewer to confront their own inner shadows and symbols face to face.
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 "Snake" painting online, sized 60 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:
2025
Artwork Type:
Style:
Impressionism
Technic:
Oil
Support or surface:
Canvas
Topic:
Animalistics
Size:
Medium
Width:
70 cm
Height:
60 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
Set designer for theater and film. Curator of several major contemporary art exhibitions. Actress and director. Teacher of fine arts and set design. & ...
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