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The oil painting titled "Sacrifice" is a striking and evocative piece that immediately captures the viewer's attention with its strong contrast of colors and its poignant subject matter. The background is split horizontally into two distinct color fields: the upper portion is a vibrant, textured red that drips down into the lower half, which is a calm, flat green. This juxtaposition could symbolize the shedding of blood over a field, hinting at themes of war and peace, growth and destruction, or sacrifice and fertility. At the forefront of the painting stands a young, shirtless man, rendered with a high level of detail and realism. His torso is well-defined, suggesting strength and vitality, yet his expression is one of contemplation or resignation. He gazes off to the distance, perhaps reflecting on the gravity of sacrifice or the cost of the conflict. In his outstretched hand, he carefully balances a small, green toy soldier who is in the act of throwing a grenade. This minuscule figure on the palm of the man’s hand powerfully contrasts the enormity of human life against the diminutive representation of war, emphasizing the vast difference between the individual's human experience and the abstract concept of war. Above the man's head, and contrasting with the red, are several sunflower-like shapes, outlined and dripping with paint. The sunflowers, often symbols of peace and life, appear almost as explosions or bursts, reinforcing the theme of sacrifice through their juxtaposition with the war-like scene below. The use of dripping paint adds a sense of immediacy and chaos, as if the scene is still in motion, the sacrifice ongoing. The stark division of colors and the interaction between the figure and the toy soldier create a narrative that invites viewers to reflect on the personal and collective costs of conflict. The artist's signature is discreetly placed, a quiet reminder of the creator's presence and role in shaping this powerful visual statement.
*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Sacrifice"
* ARTISTS: Oleg Kateryniuk
* SIZE: 90x125 cm/'35.43x49.21 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: we tried to convey the maximum information with the help of photos about this product
About the artist: Oleg Kateryniuk was born in 1969 in Ukraine.. has made a successful career as a graphic designer.. But, over the years we become more sensitive to people, to nature, to the environment, to everything around us. So something happened, noticed, interested you and sits in you, with its emotions, feelings, its truth and philosophy.. no-no, it does not bother you, just sometimes, as if talking to you, tells your story, pulls your strings souls, and are forced to flee in search of something new, still unnoticed, and very, as it seems at this time, so necessary.. and not only you.. And in such moments you take a pencil, brushes and everything at hand.. and you draw.. being left alone with canvas or paper and your thoughts..
Additional Information: Framing option availabe at extra cost. Feel free to inquire."
Reserve: $3,720.00
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The oil painting titled "Sacrifice" is a striking and evocative piece that immediately captures the viewer's attention with its strong contrast of colors and its poignant subject matter. The background is split horizontally into two distinct color fields: the upper portion is a vibrant, textured red that drips down into the lower half, which is a calm, flat green. This juxtaposition could symbolize the shedding of blood over a field, hinting at themes of war and peace, growth and destruction, or sacrifice and fertility. At the forefront of the painting stands a young, shirtless man, rendered with a high level of detail and realism. His torso is well-defined, suggesting strength and vitality, yet his expression is one of contemplation or resignation. He gazes off to the distance, perhaps reflecting on the gravity of sacrifice or the cost of the conflict. In his outstretched hand, he carefully balances a small, green toy soldier who is in the act of throwing a grenade. This minuscule figure on the palm of the man’s hand powerfully contrasts the enormity of human life against the diminutive representation of war, emphasizing the vast difference between the individual's human experience and the abstract concept of war. Above the man's head, and contrasting with the red, are several sunflower-like shapes, outlined and dripping with paint. The sunflowers, often symbols of peace and life, appear almost as explosions or bursts, reinforcing the theme of sacrifice through their juxtaposition with the war-like scene below. The use of dripping paint adds a sense of immediacy and chaos, as if the scene is still in motion, the sacrifice ongoing. The stark division of colors and the interaction between the figure and the toy soldier create a narrative that invites viewers to reflect on the personal and collective costs of conflict. The artist's signature is discreetly placed, a quiet reminder of the creator's presence and role in shaping this powerful visual statement.
*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Sacrifice"
* ARTISTS: Oleg Kateryniuk
* SIZE: 90x125 cm/'35.43x49.21 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: we tried to convey the maximum information with the help of photos about this product
About the artist: Oleg Kateryniuk was born in 1969 in Ukraine.. has made a successful career as a graphic designer.. But, over the years we become more sensitive to people, to nature, to the environment, to everything around us. So something happened, noticed, interested you and sits in you, with its emotions, feelings, its truth and philosophy.. no-no, it does not bother you, just sometimes, as if talking to you, tells your story, pulls your strings souls, and are forced to flee in search of something new, still unnoticed, and very, as it seems at this time, so necessary.. and not only you.. And in such moments you take a pencil, brushes and everything at hand.. and you draw.. being left alone with canvas or paper and your thoughts..
Reserve: $3,720.00
Shipping:
Please note that due to restrictions on shipments out of several foreign countries, this lot may experience significant delays leaving its country of origin, and tracking information for the parcel may be limited.
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
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Oil painting Sacrifice Oleg Kateryniuk
US$3,720.00
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