Abstract oil painting Retro Anatoly Tarabanov

"Retro" by Anatoly Tarabanov: A Nostalgic Still Life

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About This Painting

"Retro" is a poignant oil painting by Anatoly Tarabanov that beautifully captures the essence of a bygone era through a still life arrangement of vintage objects. Each item in the composition is imbued with a sense of history and character, painted with a rich palette that warms the canvas with vibrant, reflective colors.

Artistic Details

At the center of this composition, the viewer's eye is drawn to an elegantly depicted oil lamp with a gleaming glass chimney, accompanied by a brass kettle and a traditional hookah, each rendered with meticulous attention to their unique textures and reflective surfaces. These objects are thoughtfully arranged on a table, perhaps in a quaint interior or an antique shop's enchanting corner. The scene is further enhanced by the inclusion of a glass of wine and fresh fruits—a peeled and a whole orange—whose vivid citrus hues contrast beautifully with the metallic and earthy tones of the other items.

Visual Atmosphere

The setting is abstracted in the background and the surface of the table, where blocks and streaks of paint create a dynamic patchwork of colors that blend and diverge, evoking the fleeting nature of memories. The interplay of light and shadow is masterfully executed, casting the objects in a nostalgic glow that might suggest the soft light of a sunset or a cozy lamp, enriching the painting’s vintage atmosphere.

Symbolism and Mood

The choice of objects and their arrangement speaks to a narrative of reminiscence and luxury, invoking a sense of nostalgia and the elegance of past eras. The title "Retro" reflects this sentiment perfectly, inviting the viewer into a reflective journey through time, pondering the stories embedded in these timeless objects.

About the Artwork 

Artwork Details

• Title: "Retro"
• Artist: Anatoly Tarabanov
• Size: 70x90 cm/'27.55x35.43 inches'
• Medium: Oil on canvas
• Technique: Original piece from our collection

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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.