Painting Overview
Quadriptych for a Bar Interior #3 is the darkest of the four panels, built around a doorway that interrupts the row of black-paned windows running through the series. A man in a loose white shirt stands just inside the threshold, caught in a band of light that separates him from the shadowed interior around him. Facing him, an older man in a dark suit, his hair pale, stands with the composed posture of someone greeting a guest, or of staff addressing a patron — the exact relationship between them is left open.
In the foreground, two women are seated with their backs largely turned to the viewer at a table covered in the same orange cloth used throughout the quadriptych, one with a bag hung over the back of her chair. The wooden ladder-back chairs and pale stone-colored ground continue the setting established in the earlier panels, though here the surrounding architecture recedes into near-black shadow, broken only by the doorway’s rectangle of light and the pale vertical mullions of the windows.
Technically, the panel relies on tonal contrast rather than color to carry the composition — most of the canvas sits in deep grey and near-black, with the orange tablecloth and the lit doorway providing the only warm accents. The brushwork stays broad and economical, with figures built from a few decisive strokes rather than fine detail. Positioned as the third canvas in the sequence, this panel introduces a moment of transition — someone entering or being received — that shifts the mood of the quadriptych from quiet individual activity toward a more social, threshold-like scene before the fourth panel opens onto open conversation.
The four paintings are offered exclusively as one work and are not available individually.
Dimensions & Technique
Created in 2008, Quadriptych for a Bar Interior #3 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 Entrance, Contemporary Figurative, Dark Interior, Dramatic Light, Expressive Brushwork, Figurative Realism, Figures In Shadow, Interior Scene, Ladder-Back Chairs, Lit Doorway, Night Interior, Orange Tablecloth, Private Collection, Threshold Scene, Tonal Contrast, Urban Genre Painting. 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 #3
Is Quadriptych for a Bar Interior #3 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 #3 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 #3 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
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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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