Painting Overview
Quadriptych for a Bar Interior #1 is the opening panel of a four-part composition by Igor Shulman, painted in 2008 as part of a larger café interior scene. The panel is built around a single figure placed close to the picture plane: a woman shown mid-turn, her body angled away from the viewer while her head tilts downward, eyes lowered. She wears a long dark coat with a fringed hem, a close-fitting dark cap, and a pair of pale gloves, one hand raised to rest against her chest. The gloves and the warm tone of her hair are the brightest notes against the otherwise deep, near-black clothing, giving the figure a graphic weight at the left edge of the canvas.
Behind her, the scene opens into a café terrace rendered with looser, more atmospheric strokes: two seated men, their backs to the viewer, are placed at a table dressed with a bright orange cloth and wooden ladder-back chairs. Tall paned windows and a striped awning frame the space in cool violet-grey, establishing the architecture that continues across the remaining panels of the quadriptych. Light falls from the upper right, catching the woman’s hair and glove while leaving the background figures softened by shadow.
The brushwork shifts noticeably between foreground and background — controlled and descriptive on the coat and face, broader and more gestural in the paving and drapery — a technique Shulman used throughout his figurative work to separate a private moment from its public setting. As an original oil painting for collectors interested in contemporary figurative realism, this panel works both as a stand-alone portrait study and as the entry point into the full café narrative told across all four canvases of the quadriptych.
The four paintings are offered exclusively as one work and are not available individually.
Dimensions & Technique
Created in 2008, Quadriptych for a Bar Interior #1 is original oil on oil colors by Igor Shulman. The subject of this work is People and portraits. The artwork measures 145 x 90 cm (57.09 x 35.43 in). This work is portrait oriented.
| Medium | Original oil on oil colors |
|---|---|
| Size (cm) | 145 x 90 cm |
| Size (inches) | 57.09 x 35.43 in |
| Orientation | Portrait |
| Style | Expressive and gestural |
| Subject | People and portraits |
| Year | 2008 |
| Signature | Signed by Igor Shulman, with certificate of authenticity |
This artwork belongs to the Private Collection No. 1 category and highlights themes such as Café Culture, Café Terrace, Contemporary Figurative, Dark Silhouette, Expressive Brushwork, Figurative Realism, Interior Scene, Ladder-Back Chairs, Muted Palette, Orange Tablecloth, Paned Windows, Private Collection, Quiet Observation, Solitary Figure, Urban Portrait, Woman In Coat, Yellow Gloves. Original oil on oil colors, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Quadriptych for a Bar Interior #1
Is Quadriptych for a Bar Interior #1 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: 90 x 145 sm. Style: Expressive and gestural. Subject: People and portraits. Year: 2008. Medium: Original oil on 100% linen canvas.
Does Quadriptych for a Bar Interior #1 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 Quadriptych for a Bar Interior #1 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 artwork or carefully prepared print edition
- Signed by the artist when specified
- Certificate of authenticity included
- Carefully selected professional materials
- Secure worldwide shipping
What Collectors Say
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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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