Gallery, 2012 – Archive of Oil Paintings
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Explore the beauty of Igor Shulman’s 2012 original oil paintings. This year features expressive figurative works, ballet-inspired compositions, intimate nudes, and thematic series, each piece reflecting the artist’s evolving mastery of realism and figurative expression.
2012 Archive of Original Oil Paintings
Discover Igor Shulman’s 2012 collection of sold and limited edition works, including figurative, ballet and erotic series, highlighting his unique approach to form, color and atmosphere.
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27.56 W x 39.37 H in / 70 x 100 cm
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35.43 W x 47.24 H in / 90 x 120 cm
39.4 W x 27.6 H in / 100 x 70 cm
39.37 W x 39.37 H in / 100 x 100 cm
Remastering The Family Portrait OUT OF STOCK , 2014
38.5 x 26 in / 98 x 66 cm
Lot #304 on Auction: mutualart.com
Location: Canterbury, KNT, UK Auction House: Canterbury Auction Galleries
39.4 W x 27.6 H in / 100 x 70 cm
47.24 W x 35.43 H in / 120 x 90 cm
35.43 W x 47.24 H in / 90 x 120 cm
26 W x 38.5 H in / 66 x 98 cm
Located at Canterbury Auction Galleries, United Kingdom and on auction mutualart.com
30 W x 30 H in / 76 x 76 cm
Sold Lot #300 on auction: mutualart.com
27.6 W x 39.4 H / 70 x 100 cm
27.6 W x 39.4 H / 70 x 100 cm
27.6 W x 39.4 H / 70 x 100 cm
42.52 W x 35.43 H in / 108 x 90 cm
Lot #877 on Auction: mutualart.com
26 W x 38.52 H in / 66 x 97 cm
Sold Lot #374 on Auction: mutualart.com
27.56 W x 39.37 H in / 70 x 100 cm
35.43 W x 47.24 H in / 90 x 120 cm
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Brought to Light
47.24 H x 39.37 W x 1.97″ x / 120 H x 100 W x 5 cm
In Brought to Light (2012), Igor Shulman presents a nude woman in a quiet moment of contemplation, standing before a large window. Viewed from behind, her long dark hair frames her slender back, and her posture conveys both relaxation and subtle tension. Her hands rest gently on the window frame, feet slightly apart, capturing a moment poised between hesitation and motion. The soft curves of her body are rendered with warmth and sensitivity, highlighting the natural elegance of the female form.
The interior is minimal, with warm earthy tones of ochre and brown contrasting against the pale light streaming through the window. The background is slightly blurred, giving the impression of an outdoor scene beyond, while brushstrokes in the walls and floor subtly suggest texture and depth. Light falls softly across the figure, creating delicate shadows and emphasizing her contours without harshness. The overall effect is atmospheric, balancing realism in the anatomy with painterly suggestion in the environment.
Shulman blends realism with impressionistic touches. The visible brushstrokes in the background add movement and texture, while the figure remains carefully modeled. The interplay of light, shadow, and muted color conveys a sense of intimacy and emotional resonance, inviting viewers to enter the private world of the subject.
The mood is contemplative and slightly melancholic. The window may symbolize transition, a threshold between private and public, or past and future. The nude figure, with her back turned, emphasizes vulnerability, introspection, and personal reflection. Brought to Light evokes a suspended moment of inner awareness, capturing the quiet tension between exposure and privacy, light and shadow, thought and feeling.
Helen in the Morning
39.37 H x 39.37 W x 1.97″ x / 100 H x 100 W x 5 cm
In Helen in the Morning (2012), Igor Shulman presents a quiet study of contemplation and intimacy, painting a woman in a moment of stillness at the start of the day. The nude figure leans softly against a wrought-iron railing, her warm skin tones illuminated by a gentle, diffuse light. She turns her face away from the viewer, lost in thought, offering a sense of privacy that heightens the intimacy of the scene.
The setting is implied rather than defined. Behind her, pale tones of beige, peach, and lavender blur together in a hazy wash, suggesting an outdoor balcony at dawn but resisting specificity. This soft backdrop provides contrast to the crisp realism of the figure, allowing her presence to remain central. The railing becomes a symbolic element—a boundary or threshold between inner reflection and the wider world.
Shulman’s style merges figurative realism with impressionistic atmosphere. The woman’s form is rendered with attentive detail, from the gentle curves of her body to the natural fall of light across her skin. The surroundings, by contrast, dissolve into abstraction, created with soft brushstrokes that evoke mood rather than structure.
The mood is contemplative and serene, carrying undertones of solitude and vulnerability. The woman’s posture conveys both relaxation and inwardness, as though caught in a suspended moment between night and day. Themes of female beauty, introspection, and emotional quietness resonate throughout the work.
This original oil painting reflects Shulman’s sensitivity to human presence and the subtle power of private, reflective states, offering a nuanced portrayal of vulnerability and inner strength.
After Dance
39.37 H x 39.37 W x 1.97″ x / 100 H x 100 W x 5 cm
In After Dance (2012), Igor Shulman captures a solitary moment of reflection, presenting a partially nude woman seated in a dark chair. Her short, dark hair obscures her face, emphasizing introspection over identity. Dressed in black lingerie and stockings, her posture is slumped yet graceful, hands resting together in her lap. The curves of her form are softly illuminated, contrasting with the deep purples and shadowy blacks of the surrounding space. The chair recedes into the darkness, becoming almost a silhouette, reinforcing the focus on the figure’s emotional presence.
The background is intentionally undefined, with expressive brushstrokes that convey depth without rigid detail. The contrast between the smooth rendering of skin and the more fluid, textured handling of shadows enhances the painting’s atmospheric quality. Light falls selectively, highlighting her form while keeping the setting largely obscured, creating intimacy and emphasizing the internal world of the subject.
Shulman blends realism with impressionistic techniques. The figure is anatomically precise, yet the surrounding space is rendered with fluidity and suggestion, allowing the emotional resonance to take precedence over environmental detail. The chiaroscuro enhances the tension between exposure and concealment, vulnerability and quiet strength.
The mood is pensive, melancholy, and intimate. The partially revealed body conveys sensuality without overt sexualization, while the obscured face and slumped posture suggest introspection, solitude, and emotional vulnerability. Symbolically, the dark tones and shadows reflect hidden depths, while the light on her body speaks to the complexity of female identity—simultaneously exposed and self-contained. After Dance is a contemplative exploration of privacy, self-reflection, and the nuanced emotional landscape of a woman alone with her thoughts.
Untitled (Naked Woman in Bed)
Naked Woman in Bed (2012) presents a young woman reclining on a bed, her posture relaxed yet imbued with quiet introspection. Dark hair frames her face as she rests her head on a pillow, one arm supporting her gently, the other resting near her lower abdomen. Her gaze is soft and thoughtful, directed slightly away from the viewer, suggesting a private moment of reflection. A light-brown garment partially drapes her form, leaving portions of her warm-toned skin visible, emphasizing the interplay of vulnerability and serene self-awareness.
The setting is an intimate bedroom bathed in warm, sepia-toned light. The background remains muted, with earthy browns and creams creating subtle shadows that keep focus on the figure. The bed linens, slightly rumpled, add to the sense of ease and authenticity, while the soft illumination sculpts her form, accentuating curves and the gentle transitions of light across her body.
Shulman employs a realistic style with painterly sensitivity. Broad, blended brushstrokes create a velvety texture on the skin while capturing anatomical accuracy. The limited, earth-toned palette reinforces the intimate atmosphere, allowing the viewer to engage with the figure’s emotional presence rather than environmental details.
The mood is contemplative and tender, balancing sensuality with introspection. The painting conveys privacy, subtle self-awareness, and quiet vulnerability. Symbolically, the reclining pose and partially draped body suggest self-acceptance and the private celebration of femininity. Naked Woman in Bed invites reflection on the internal life of the subject, evoking emotion without narrative imposition, and stands as an example of Shulman’s skill in merging realism with evocative, private moments.
Parting
See also Parting created in 2018
Parting (2012) portrays a young woman seated on the floor beside a large, arched window, her posture suggesting quiet contemplation. Reddish-brown hair pulled into a neat bun frames her face as she leans slightly forward, her gaze lowered. She wears a dark brown coat and tall boots, her legs softly bent, with a brown suitcase beside her hinting at travel, departure, or transition. The composition emphasizes solitude and introspection, capturing a fleeting, reflective moment.
The setting is minimal yet evocative. Soft daylight filters through the arched window, casting gentle reflections on the light-toned floor. The contrast between the bright natural light and the darker clothing of the subject highlights the emotional weight of her presence. Smooth textures dominate the walls and floor, while the coat is rendered with slightly rougher brushstrokes, lending tactility and realism to the scene. The space feels open but intimate, framing the woman’s moment of pause.
Shulman’s style blends realism with touches of impressionism. Visible yet subtle brushwork softens edges, creating depth without sacrificing anatomical accuracy. The interplay of light and shadow lends dimensionality, enhancing the emotional resonance of the figure within the environment.
The mood is quietly melancholic and contemplative. The woman’s posture, the soft illumination, and the subdued color palette evoke introspection and the bittersweet nature of departures. Symbolically, the suitcase represents journeys and change, while the light from the window may signify hope, opportunity, or the unknown beyond. Parting captures a delicate balance between stillness and narrative suggestion, inviting viewers to reflect on solitude, transitions, and personal introspection.
Sweet Memories
In Sweet Memories (2012), Igor Shulman offers an intimate glimpse of a young woman at rest, captured in a quiet moment of reflection. She lies near a window, her auburn hair fanned loosely across the surface beneath her. Dressed in a simple black garment that clings to her form, she seems both present and withdrawn, lost in her own inner world. Her eyes are closed, lips relaxed, and her hands—one raised, one resting gently near her face—suggest a state of calm surrender.
The interior setting is minimal, defined mainly by the soft, golden light filtering through a nearby window. This light plays across her skin, revealing warm reddish tones and subtle shadows that accentuate the contours of her body. The muted palette of browns, grays, and blacks allows the figure to emerge as the true focal point. The textures are carefully balanced: the velvety rendering of skin contrasts with the slightly coarser suggestions of fabric and background.
Shulman’s painterly figurative style blends realism with expressive brushwork. The visible strokes add movement to the stillness, while his mastery of light and shadow creates depth and atmosphere. Rather than a static portrait, the work feels alive with shifting emotion, as though the figure is caught between dream and memory.
The mood is tender and introspective, tinged with sensuality. The window may serve as a subtle metaphor for openness or escape, while the figure herself embodies vulnerability paired with quiet confidence. Sweet Memories by Igor Shulman becomes less about external beauty and more about the inner stillness of a private moment, inviting the viewer to reflect on themes of intimacy, solitude, and emotional presence.
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