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No. AAA4798The acrylic painting on cardboard titled "Sun Rays Through the Clouds" captures the breathtaking interplay of light and shadow over a seascape. The artist skillfully portrays the vastness of the ocean and the grandeur of the sky, where stormy clouds part to allow beams of sunlight to break through, illuminating the waves below. This moment of contrast between the dark and the light evokes both drama and serenity, inviting the viewer to immerse themselves in the dynamic beauty of nature. The sky dominates the upper portion of the painting, filled with thick, swirling clouds painted in deep shades of blue, gray, and violet. The artist’s expressive brushstrokes create movement within the clouds, as if they are shifting and rolling in response to unseen winds. Despite the ominous tones, the presence of golden light filtering through brings warmth and hope to the composition. The sun’s rays extend outward in delicate streaks of pale yellow and white, cutting through the dense cloud cover and casting their glow onto the ocean's surface. Below, the sea is rendered in a mixture of deep blues, teals, and touches of gold, reflecting the celestial drama above. The waves are restless, their crests highlighted by the sun's rays, capturing the shimmering reflection of the light. The contrast between the illuminated waves and the darker waters adds depth and realism, making the ocean appear vast and endless. The waves seem to be in constant motion, their swirling forms suggesting the relentless power of nature. The rocky shoreline on the left side of the painting adds a sense of grounding to the composition. Painted in dark, almost black tones, the jagged rocks contrast sharply with the luminous water and sky. The interplay between the land and sea conveys the eternal struggle between the solid and the fluid, the unyielding and the ever-changing. The artist’s bold use of color and texture enhances the sense of ruggedness, making the rocks appear both formidable and weathered by time. A small, distant white speck on the horizon—possibly a boat—adds a subtle human element to the vast landscape. Its presence serves as a reminder of scale, emphasizing the immense power of the sea and sky in contrast to human fragility. It also introduces a narrative, leaving the viewer to wonder about the journey of the vessel amidst the grandeur of nature.*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING **** TITLE: "Sun rays through the clouds"* ARTISTS: Mykhailo Patskan* SIZE: 20x30 cm/'7.87x11.81 inches' * MEDIUM: acrylic, cardboard* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.About the artists: Mykhailo Stepanovych Patskan Born on January 18, 1961 in the city of Khust. Graduated from the M. B. Grekov State Art College in 1983. Worked in an art factory, participated in plein airs both in Ukraine and abroad, also had personal exhibitions in the city of Khust, Member of the People's Creative Association "Artist of Verkhovyna". Regular participant in general exhibitions. I like to reproduce Transcarpathian nature in landscapes, I like still lifes and portraits, I make copies of realistic paintings.
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Acrylic painting Sun rays through the clouds Mykhailo Patskan
Estimate $1,033-$1,475
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