Description
The oil painting is a mesmerizing piece of abstract art that portrays a unique juxtaposition between nature and urbanization. In the foreground, there is a dense forest depicted with bold brushstrokes and vivid colors. The trees are shown in various shades of green, ranging from bright lime to deep emerald, and the foliage is rendered with a blend of reds, yellows, and oranges that seem to mimic the changing colors of autumn. The city is visible behind the forest, and the artist has used a completely different palette to portray it. The buildings are depicted in a range of blues, from dark navy to light turquoise, and the windows are rendered with vibrant yellows and oranges that suggest the hustle and bustle of city life. The use of color here is particularly striking, as it creates a sense of contrast between the serenity of the forest and the frenetic energy of the city. The artist's style is bold and expressive, with thick brushstrokes and visible texture adding depth and dimension to the painting. The overall effect is one of vibrant movement and energy, with the forest and city seeming to almost blur together in a riot of color and form. Despite its abstract nature, the painting is nonetheless highly evocative, conveying a sense of both the beauty and chaos of the modern world.
*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE "City behind the trees"
* ARTISTS Peter Tovpev
* SIZE: 75x92 cm/'29.52x36.22 inches'
* MEDIUM oil, cardboard
* 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: Peter Tovpev - Zaporizhzhya artist. Born on July 5, 1979, in the city of Zaporozhye. He graduated from the Zaporozhye art school (1995). He studied art with his father. Painter. The main industry is easel painting. He worked in the style of expressive impressionism. At creative work. Participated in exhibitions: regional, republican (since 2003). Personal exhibitions - in Zaporozhye (2003, 2004), Kiev (2007). Major works: ?On the banks of the Dnieper? (2004), ?Rocks among the trees?, ?Autumn Whirlwind? (2005), ?Marina in Gurzuf? (2006), ?Cossack huts?, ?Zaporizhzhya Sich?, ?Street in Gurzuf? (2007). Separate canvases are stored in the Zaporizhzhya Art Museum. Lives and works in the city of Zaporozhye.
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Abstract oil painting City behind the trees Peter Tovpev
Estimate $1,383-$1,975
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Abstract and Impressionism Arts Auction
Jun 10, 2026 11:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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