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Irina BAST
Russia
(Article: IB-202621-937)
The original work «Tender embrace» was created by the contemporary Russian artist Irina BAST and is available for purchase online.
The painting "Tender Embrace" is not just two images, but two reflections of the same thing, seen through the prism of different artistic worlds. It is a dialogue between reality and abstraction, between the moment and eternity, between feeling and its embodiment.
One image is realistic, monochrome; it captivates us with tenderness and passion. The loving couple in an embrace is the embodiment of purity and depth of human relationships. Every curve of the body, every touch, every gaze frozen in a moment speaks of boundless love and trust.
The second image is a semi-abstract couple in the style of Cubism — a different perspective on the same scene. Here, the artist does not aim for literal reproduction but rather for breaking down the form into components, exploring the essence of the phenomenon.
Cubist shapes, like shards of reality, convey the multifaceted and complex experience. We see not just a couple but a combination of emotions, thoughts, and sensations woven into a single pattern. It is an attempt to capture not only the external form but also the inner energy and dynamic of the feeling. Despite the apparent fragmentation, the same closeness, the same connection seen in the first image is traceable within these geometric forms.
The painting tells us that love is a universal yet deeply individual experience that can be understood and felt on different levels of perception.
You can buy the painting «Tender embrace» online, sized 60 x 80 cm, with secure delivery to the address you specify.
Paintings for sale on Baranow Art Gallery
Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2026
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Abstract
Technic:
Mixed media
Support or surface:
Canvas
Topic:
Love
Size:
Medium
Width:
80 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
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