(Article: YZ-20251-751)
This original artwork «In the heart of the steppes» was created by contemporary Russian artist Yana Zolotova and is available for purchase online.
Yana Zolotova's painting «In the Heart of the Steppes» – is a powerful and majestic piece executed in pastel technique, conveying the strength, resilience, and pristine beauty of the steppe bull. The artist skillfully captures not only the animal’s external appearance but also its inner spirit and its inseparable connection to the wild nature.
The central element of the composition is a close-up of the bull, whose gaze is directly fixed on the viewer. Its muzzle is painted with incredible detail, conveying the texture of the skin, whiskers, and expressive eyes. In these eyes, one can read calm strength, centuries of experience, and a deep bond with the earth. The bull is depicted in dark, rich tones — browns, chestnuts, with shades of dark gray, emphasizing its power and monumentality.
Special attention is given to the horns — they are painted with light, almost silvery pastel, creating a sharp contrast with the dark fur. These horns, symbols of strength and protection, highlight the nobility of the animal. Their slightly curved shape speaks of the species’ antiquity and its adaptation to the harsh conditions of the steppe.
The background of the painting is rendered in calmer, earthy tones reminiscent of the color of scorched grass or the dust of steppe roads. The pastel strokes here are freer and more expressive, creating a sense of space and wind. The lack of clear contours and details in the background allows all attention to focus on the bull, making it the center of the universe.
«In the Heart of the Steppes» is not just a portrait of an animal; it is a hymn to freedom, wild nature, and the power of life. Yana Zolotova, using pastel, creates an image that evokes respect and admiration. The painting conveys the spirit of the steppe — boundless, free, and majestic, where the bull is an integral part of this power. This is a work that makes one reflect on the connection between humans and nature and on the primal beauty that still lives in the wild corners of our planet.
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 online the painting «In the heart of the steppes» sized 50 x 65 cm with secure delivery to the address you specify.
Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2025
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Symbolism
Technic:
Pastel
Support or surface:
Cardboard
Topic:
Animalistics
Size:
Medium
Width:
65 cm
Height:
50 cm
Thickness:
0.2 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
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