"Pomegranate Fruit" by Anatoly Tarabanov: A Still Life Dance of Color and Light
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About This Painting
"Pomegranate Fruit" is an exquisite oil painting by Anatoly Tarabanov that merges traditional still life with abstract artistry. This captivating piece features a composition rich in color, texture, and reflective surfaces, offering a fresh perspective on classic still life themes.
Artistic Composition
At the heart of the painting lies a glass vase filled with vibrant yellow flowers, serving as a bright centerpiece. Next to the vase, a whimsically striped cone in pastel hues adds a playful contrast with its structured form and gentle colors. The stars of the painting, the pomegranates, are depicted with remarkable realism. Their lush red tones and the tantalizing view of the seeds inside one cut-open fruit draw the eye, making them not just subjects of the painting but also symbols of life and fertility.
Textures and Colors
The painter's skill is evident in the tactile representation of the pomegranate seeds, whose juiciness is almost palpable. A glass of rose-colored liquid complements these fruits, subtly tying together the red elements across the canvas. The backdrop is a complex array of abstract shapes and colors, mimicking broken glass or the reflective surfaces of a multifaceted mirror. This intriguing background blurs the line between the tangible objects in the foreground and the imagined or reflected spaces beyond.
Technique and Lighting
Tarabanov's use of impasto technique enhances the textural quality of the objects, while his mastery of light and shadow injects depth and intimacy into the scene. The abstract elements in the background interact with these techniques to create an atmosphere that is both dynamic and contemplative.
Philosophical and Visual Appeal
"Pomegranate Fruit" is not only a visual treat but also a philosophical exploration of the interplay between reality and reflection, stillness and life. It invites viewers to consider the beauty of everyday objects while contemplating the deeper meanings these might embody.
About the Artwork
Artwork Details
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Title: "Pomegranate Fruit"
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Artist: Anatoly Tarabanov
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Size: 70x90 cm/'27.55x35.43 inches'
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Medium: Oil on canvas
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Technique: Yes, original artwork from our esteemed collection
Condition and Detailed Viewing
Presented in impeccable condition, oil painting invites viewers to explore its every detail through comprehensive imagery, capturing all angles and facets of this stunning piece.
About the Artist
Anatoly Borisovich Tarabanov was born on September 25, 1953 in Zaporozhye.
Artist - painter.
In 1973 he graduated from the Dnipropetrovsk Art College.
Teachers: Kuko, Shchedrov.
Since 1988 member of the Union of Artists of Ukraine.
Since 1978 participated in regional, republican and foreign exhibitions. Works in the field of easel painting. Author of genre paintings, portraits, landscapes. The works are kept in art museums and in private collections of Ukraine, as well as abroad, in particular in Israel, Poland, France, Germany. Works by Tarabanova AB full of motives of philosophy, allegory, lyrical and poetic world outlook.
