(Article: SE_2020_00593)
This original work «Glory to God alone» was created by contemporary Russian artist Elena Shipilova and is available for purchase online.
The painting by Elena Shipilova “Glory to God alone” (Слава одному Богу) is not just a portrait, but a hymn to the creative soul, self-expression, and the search for spiritual meaning in art. The artist, using her distinctive style, creates an image that reflects the complexity of the artist’s inner world, her path to light and recognition.
At the center of the composition is a female figure depicted in the style of Cubism. The face is divided into two halves: one brightly lit, the other immersed in shadow, symbolizing the duality of human nature, the struggle between light and darkness, the rational and the emotional. The lines and shapes of the body are emphasized with contrasting colors: bright, saturated shades of orange, yellow, and red, combined with deep purple and black tones. This creates dynamism and expression, reflecting the inner energy of the heroine.
The woman holds a brush and palette in her hand, symbolizing the creative process. Her gaze is directed forward, yet it seems to be turned inward, toward self-discovery. This pose expresses concentration, inner work, and the pursuit of perfection.
The signature “SDG” (Soli Deo Gloria) at the bottom of the painting adds a special depth. It is a reference to faith, to the acknowledgment that any achievement, any creative victory, is a gift for which one should thank higher powers. It is a reminder of humility and gratitude inherent to a true master.
Elena Shipilova masterfully works with color and form, creating images that make the viewer reflect. “Glory to God alone” is a painting about the artist’s journey, about the search for inspiration, about struggle and overcoming, about faith and hope. It is a work that inspires, prompting reflection on the meaning of creativity and the importance of finding light even in the darkest times.
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 painting «Glory to God alone» online, sized 100 x 80 cm, with secure delivery to the address you specify.
Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2020
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Avant-gardism
Technic:
Oil
Support or surface:
Canvas
Topic:
Portrait
Size:
Large
Width:
80 cm
Height:
100 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
I am a painter.I am a member of the Eurasian Art Union.I was born in Rostov-on-Don.I received my education at the M.B. Grekov Rostov Art School and at ...
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