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Title: Meeting - oil painting

Description:
Artist: Boyko Peter
Date/Period: 2024
Materials: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 80 x 100 cm (approximately 31.5 x 39.4 inches)

Certificate of authenticity (COA) from the art gallery. An enigmatic and profoundly symbolic work by the esteemed Ukrainian avant-garde artist Petro Boiko (b. 1954), "The Meeting" is a powerful testament to the artist's distinctive vision and mastery of Neo-Expressionism. Measuring 80 x 100 cm (approximately 31.5 x 39.4 inches), this oil on canvas commands attention with its vibrant palette and compelling conceptual narrative. Boiko, a recognized member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine whose works are held in significant public and private collections globally, is renowned for his ability to fuse historical influences (such as Picasso, Dal?, Haring, and Warhol) with a unique, contemporary voice. "The Meeting" exemplifies his rich artistic language, presenting a surreal and layered composition that invites viewers to decipher its myriad interpretations.The conceptual depth of the piece is immediately evident. At its heart lies a central male figure, perhaps an allegorical representation of humanity, holding a female figure in his arms, while another female form reclines nearby. These figures, rendered in Boiko's characteristic expressive style, are surrounded by a tapestry of symbolic elements: a towering, vivid green cactus reaching into a deep blue sky, suggesting endurance or perhaps a challenging environment; a whimsical hot air balloon floating above, hinting at dreams, escape, or aspirations; and a detached head, possibly a symbol of thought or inner reflection. The piercing eyes of the figures, a recurring motif in Boiko's oeuvre, draw the viewer into their mysterious gaze, evoking a sense of ancient wisdom and introspection.Boiko's masterful technique is showcased through his bold application of oil paint, creating rich textures and dynamic interplay of colors. The raw, almost sculptural forms and the intense, contrasting hues-from the deep blues and greens to the warm oranges and reds-are characteristic of his Neo-Expressionist style, conveying a powerful emotional charge and a dreamlike atmosphere.-Boyko Peter (born in 1954, Priluki, Chernigov region, Ukraine) is an artist and collector, a talented and extraordinary person. His name is included in the book "The Golden Fund of the Nation".He became especially popular after a number of exhibitions and successful sales at Ukrainian and foreign auctions. Thus, in 2014, in the framework of the project "Ukrainian seasons of modern art in Hong Kong", which was held in Hong Kong, the works of leading contemporary Ukrainian artists (among which was Boyko Pyotr) were selected.Works by Boyko Peter are kept in the Museum of Modern Art of Odessa, Odessa Literary Museum, Chernihiv Regional Art Museum named after G. Galagan. G. Galagan, Prilutsk Local History Museum, in private collections in Ukraine, Russia, Belarus, Germany, Israel, USA.-figurative nude, female figurative, contemporary art, modern art, neo-expressionism, figurative art, abstract art, colorful art

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