Gallery, 2013 – Archive of Oil Paintings
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39.4 W x 27.6 H in / 100 x 70 cm
27.6 W × 39.4 H in / 70 x 100 cm
39.4 W x 27.6 H in / 100 x 70 cm
23.75 x 23.75 in / 60 x 60 cm
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Nina – Introspective Portrait by Igor Shulman in details
A young woman stands quietly, her hands near her mouth as soft golden lights glow in the background. The painting captures a thoughtful moment of inner reflection amid a night scene.
This oil painting shows a young woman lost in thought, her posture and gaze inwardly focused. Her shoulder-length reddish-brown hair is slightly tousled, and she wears a simple dark dress with thin straps. The warm tones of her skin glow softly against a dark, blurred backdrop of golden lights that suggest a lively city at night. The contrast between her still, contemplative mood and the bright, shimmering background highlights the tension between private feelings and outward appearances. Using a combination of detailed realism for the figure and loose, impressionistic brushwork in the background, the artist creates a sense of emotional depth and quiet solitude. The woman's closed posture and hands near her mouth invite the viewer to sense her inner struggle, while the dreamlike lights add a layer of contrast and mystery to the scene.24.02 H x 24.02 W x 1.97″ x / 61 H x 61 W x 5 cm
Untitled (Winter’s Quiet Passage) — Snowy City Street with Solitary Figures, Impressionistic Oil Painting in details
Untitled (Winter’s Quiet Passage) invites you into a hushed winter moment on a city street dusted with snow. A lone man in a dark overcoat and hat moves away from the viewer, his silhouette softened and almost ghostly amid the swirling flakes. Behind him, a woman navigates the snow under her umbrella, her shape smaller yet purposeful. Other faint figures drift through the muted, snow-obscured urban landscape, where buildings blur into purples, grays, and browns.
The artist’s impressionistic style, with loose brushstrokes and textured layers, conveys the fleeting, delicate nature of snowfall and the quiet stillness it brings to the city. Diffused, soft light cloaks the scene in a subdued melancholy and calm, suggesting moments of introspection and urban solitude amid a bustling yet impersonal environment.
This painting quietly reflects on the passage of time, the ephemeral beauty of winter, and the delicate balance between isolation and connection in city life. It captures the emotional landscape of retreat and contemplation, a transient passage through a winter’s quiet day.
Untitled (Veil of Snow) — Snowy City Street with Anonymous Figures, Expressive Oil Painting in details
Veil of Snow captures a quiet, fleeting moment on a snow-covered city street, where solitary figures move beneath falling flakes and gray skies. The scene centers on a woman in a dark coat, seen from behind under a pale-yellow umbrella, her posture conveying a gentle stillness amid the soft bustle around her. The surrounding figures fade into blurred shapes, their features indistinct beneath umbrellas and snow, emphasizing a shared yet isolated experience within the urban crowd.
Painted in oil with visible, fluid brushwork that suggests movement and the softness of snow, the composition uses a cool palette with hints of warmth in the background. The diffused light of an overcast winter day wraps the scene in a contemplative, almost somber mood. Umbrellas form subtle barriers, symbolizing both protection and emotional distance in the noisy anonymity of the city.
Rendered with an expressive, impressionistic touch, this painting explores themes of solitude, anonymity, and the transient nature of urban connections. It invites viewers to feel the hush and subtle melancholy of moments where countless personal stories quietly unfold, briefly crossing yet ultimately remaining apart beneath the veil of snow.
Untitled (Arabian Horse) Silent Majesty — Light-Brown Arabian Horse in Chiaroscuro Realism in details
This painting presents a moment of quiet strength and noble presence through the portrait of a magnificent Arabian horse. The horse’s slightly lowered gaze and gracefully arched neck convey a calm dignity, while the richness of its skin texture and subtle muscle definition speak to both power and elegance. The artist’s mastery shines in the detailed realism and the refined play of light and shadow, which echoes the timeless techniques of chiaroscuro masters.
Set against a deep, nearly black background that hints at the presence of another horse, the composition draws the eye fully onto the warm-lit curves and lifelike details of the main subject. The smooth yet richly layered paintwork creates both depth and weight, emphasizing the horse’s physicality and silent nobility.
This painting invites viewers into a contemplative space, celebrating the beauty of nature and the quiet dignity of one of its most revered creatures. The Arabian horse here becomes a symbol of enduring strength, graceful freedom, and the mysterious bond between creature and unseen companion. It is a timeless tribute, both powerful and serene.
27.56 H x 27.56 W x 1.97″ x / 70 H x 70 W x 5 cm
Untitled (Boy and Puppy) — Young Boy Tenderly Holding His Puppy, Realistic Impressionism in details
This painting captures a quiet, heartfelt moment between a young boy and his puppy, immersed in a tender embrace that speaks of trust and unconditional love. The boy’s gentle posture, with his arm wrapped protectively around the puppy, conveys a deep sense of care and companionship. The puppy’s soft eyes and relaxed gesture mirror this affection, creating a warm bond at the painting’s center.
Set against a softly blended backdrop of greys and browns, the focus remains lovingly on the intimate connection between child and pet. The artist employs a style that balances realism with slight impressionistic softness, using gentle, smooth brushstrokes to highlight warmth and emotional depth rather than sharp detail. The textures subtly differentiate soft fabric from the puppy’s fur, adding layers of sensory presence.
The mood here is calm and intimate — a snapshot of pure, innocent love and the quiet joy found in simple companionship. The painting invites the viewer to reflect on the universal comfort and loyalty shared between humans and animals, and the protective tenderness unique to childhood bonds.
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