
Description
The oil painting portrays a solemn portrait of Lenin, the Russian revolutionary leader, standing in an office. The background of the painting is dominated by a large bookcase filled with books of various sizes and colors, which suggests Lenin's passion for reading and learning. On the left side of the painting, there is a wooden dresser with a figurine of a blacksmith pounding an anvil. This might symbolize the importance of labor and industry in the communist ideology that Lenin espoused. On the right side of the painting, there is a wooden table on which Lenin rests his hand. The table seems to be empty, creating a sense of solitude and contemplation. Lenin's expression is serious and thoughtful, and his eyes appear to be focused on something beyond the painting, perhaps on the future of his revolutionary movement. The painting is rendered in a realistic style, with fine details that bring the scene to life. The artist has used a warm palette of colors, including shades of brown, beige, and orange, which creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere. The brushwork is precise and controlled, giving the painting a sense of clarity and precision. Overall, this oil painting is a compelling portrait of Lenin, capturing the spirit of the revolutionary leader in his private moments of reflection and contemplation. It is an excellent example of how art can convey political ideas and emotions through visual language.
*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Portrait of Lenin in his office"
* ARTISTS: Shingur Victor
* SIZE: 200x130 cm/'78.74x51.18 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.
About the artist: 1939 23.07 - Born in the village. Voskresenko (Chapayevka) of Pologov district of Zaporizhzhya region. Ukraine.
1954 - 1958 - He was in Kiev at the Republican Art School. TG Shevchenko.
1958 - 1964 - Studied at the Kiev State Art Institute. Teachers from the specialty K. Trohimenko, V. Kostetsky, V.Zabashta.
1964 - moved for permanent residence in Lutsk.
1971 - Member of the SC USSR.
November 28, 2008 - The artist died, buried Kremenchug.
30 - author's monumental works in Volyn and 4 in co -authorship.
Participant in Republican, Regional and International Art Exhibitions, including:
1964 - Zonal Art Exhibition, Lviv, Ukraine.
1970 - "100th anniversary of Lesya Ukrainka", Kiev.
1980 - "Exhibition of works of artists of western regions of Ukraine", Moscow.
Personal exhibitions, in particular:
1985 - Lutsk. Ukraine.
Basic works:
1967 - "The Sun Water Air"
1970 - "Land Planet Life"
1973 - 1976 - "Man and Technical Progress". Press in the house of science and technology of Lutsk, tempera, 103 m3.
1969 - "Anthem of Sports" co -authorship with I. Litovchenko, Sgraf in the Children's Sports School of Lutsk, 100 m2.
1977 - "Workers".
1980 - Rellef "Earth - Planet of Life, Planet of Mind, Cosmos" in the cinema "Ray" in Lutsk. 6000x12000.
Pictures:
1986 - "Before Sich", "The Adem of Karp Dyachuk", "Lane", "Spring".
- Thursday, market day.P.O.75x39
Alla Round portrait. KO 115x70
1976 - May. 100x85, P.T.
From the Soviet Informburea. 150x100, P.O.
Reserve: $3,450.00
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Oil painting Portrait of Lenin in his office Shingur Victor
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