Painting Overview
Old Typwriter honors the quiet persistence of writers, showing an antique typewriter as a vessel of memory, ideas and patient creativity.
Artist’s Insight
Dedication to my friends - writers. I know how hard your bread. I know how wrong you your muse. Be patient and hardworking. Luck awaits you around the next corner.
Artwork Description
In Old Typwriter, Igor Shulman presents a vintage Underwood typewriter as the central figure, reflecting both the physicality of the object and the unseen stories it holds. Painted in shades of grey, black, and bronze, the machine carries traces of age and use, while gold highlights on the keys draw attention to its functionality and character.
The background is minimal, rendered in pale greys and muted peach, softening into semi-abstract layers. This contrast sets the typewriter apart, giving it weight and presence while allowing the space around it to feel open and contemplative. Visible brushwork on the canvas emphasizes texture and the handmade quality of the work, blending realism with subtle abstraction.
The painting invites the viewer to linger over the typewriter, sensing the weight of past keystrokes and the quiet persistence of ideas waiting to be written. The typewriter becomes a symbol of patience, diligence, and the passage of time, while the faint suggestion of activity - like smoke rising from the keys—hints at ideas in motion, waiting to be expressed. Shulman's attention to the machine's form and detail gives the viewer a sense of both solidity and history.
The work balances stillness with narrative potential, inviting collectors to consider the unseen stories tied to the typewriter and, by extension, to all creative work.
Dimensions & Technique
Created in 2016, Old Typwriter is original oil on 100% linen canvas by Igor Shulman. The subject of this work is Still Life. The artwork measures 70 x 70 cm (27.56 x 27.56 in). This work is square oriented.
| Medium | Original oil on 100% linen canvas |
|---|---|
| Size (cm) | 70 x 70 cm |
| Size (inches) | 27.56 x 27.56 in |
| Orientation | Square |
| Style | Impressionistic |
| Subject | Still Life |
| Year | 2016 |
| Signature | Signed by Igor Shulman, with certificate of authenticity |
This artwork belongs to the Other category and highlights themes such as Contemplative, Desk, Impressionistic, Memory, Objects, Patience, Still Life, Storytelling, Typewriter, Vintage, Workplace, Writing. Original oil on 100% linen canvas, signed by the artist and delivered with a certificate of authenticity. Worldwide shipping, safe packaging, and framing available upon request. Each artwork is carefully prepared for delivery. Igor Shulman has been painting professionally for more than 30 years, ensuring both artistic quality and lasting materials. Every artwork is shipped with care and comes with a handwritten certificate of origin.
Where This Artwork Is Now
This painting "Old Typwriter" has found its new home at the following location:
Frequently Asked Questions about Old Typwriter
Is Old Typwriter an original artwork?
Yes, this work is Original oil on 100% linen canvas by Igor Shulman, signed by the artist.
What are the details of this artwork?
Size: 70 x 70 cm. Style: Impressionistic. Subject: Still Life. Year: 2016. Medium: Original oil on 100% linen canvas.
Does Old Typwriter come framed?
Paintings are shipped rolled in a protective tube. Stretching and framing are available upon request.
Do you ship worldwide?
Yes, we deliver worldwide with secure, insured shipping. Delivery times vary by country.
Can I return Old Typwriter if it doesn’t fit my space?
We offer a 14-day return policy. If the artwork doesn’t meet your expectations, you may return it in original condition.
Are custom artworks or commissions currently available?
At the moment, Igor Shulman is not accepting commissions or custom artwork requests due to health reasons.
Why Collectors Choose Igor Shulman’s Art
- Original hand-painted artwork
- Signed by the artist
- Certificate of authenticity included
- Premium 100% linen canvas with UV protection
- Secure worldwide shipping
What Collectors Say
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A casual viewer might see this painting's surface image and simply be struck by the atmosphere and the curiosity of a beautiful instrument standing alone in the harsh cold. They might wonder how it came to be there, and maybe they'd find it a little sad, a little lonely. But, as always, Igor S…
Shulmans Bilder haben mich sofort in ihren Bann gezogen, als ich diese zum ersten Mal sah. Bis heute haben sie keinen Deut dieser Faszination verloren. Seine Bilder sind wie ein Film, der läuft, für einen Moment stehen bleibt, um dann weiterzulaufen. Beim einen Bild weiß man, dieser Film hat vor …
Can’t wait for it to be stretched , then but original
After reviewing Igor Shulman’s selected portfolio, I believe his most compelling series is the Ambience collection, particularly pieces like "Etude No. 377 In Front of a Mirror". This series has the strongest narrative quality, the most cohesive artistic vision, and the greatest potential for creati…
About the Artist – Igor Shulman
Igor Shulman is a contemporary painter known for his emotional, figurative and impressionistic oil paintings. His works are collected worldwide and celebrated for their honesty, intimacy, and technique.
Over the past three decades, Shulman has created a distinctive artistic voice, exploring themes of human relationships, solitude and emotional tension. His works are part of private collections across Europe, the United States and Asia.
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