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This original work «ONE JOYFUL DAY AMONG OTHERS» was created by contemporary Russian artist Roman Defoe and is available for purchase online.
Roman Defoe’s painting “ONE JOYFUL DAY AMONG OTHERS” – a bright, expressive, and multifaceted piece that, despite its apparent joy, holds depth and hints at the complexity of human emotions. The artist uses rich colors and strong contrasts to create an image that is both captivating and thought-provoking.
The central figure of the painting is a person with bright blue skin, whose face is adorned with intricate red and white patterns resembling ritual paint or a mask. A wide, almost predatory smile revealing teeth and an intense gaze directed at the viewer create a sense of simultaneous celebration and subtle caution. The hands, painted blue, are spread wide as if in a gesture of greeting, surprise, or invitation.
Wreaths of white flowers with pink hues rest on the figure’s shoulders and around the neck, typically associated with celebration, victory, or festivity. The background is rendered in golden-yellow tones, creating an effect of radiance and warmth or, conversely, hinting at something otherworldly and exotic.
The title «One Joyful Day Among Others» implies a special, standout moment amid the routine of everyday life. However, despite the outward festivity, there is something elusive in the figure’s smile and eyes that gives the painting a deeper meaning. Perhaps it is joy bordering on madness or an attempt to conceal inner pain behind a bright mask.
Roman Defoe often explores themes of identity, rituals, and the psychological state of a person in his work. In this piece, he creates an image open to multiple interpretations: as a celebration, a ritual, an attempt to shield oneself from the mundane, or a sincere expression of joy. The painting invites reflection on what true joy is, how we express it, and what lies behind our most vivid emotions. This work captivates with its energy and evokes a desire to unravel its mystery.
This painting can be hung on the wall in your apartment, house, office, restaurant, or hotel, becoming a wonderful decoration for your interior.
You can buy the painting «ONE JOYFUL DAY AMONG OTHERS» 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:
2022
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Conceptual Art
Technic:
Acrylic
Support or surface:
Canvas
Topic:
Mythology
Size:
Medium
Width:
70 cm
Height:
60 cm
Thickness:
1 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
Year of birth: 1975 When I started practicing art: At 19, I began consciously creating finished paintings (artworks) Painting style: Previously, I id ...
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