Acrylic painting Bare Essence Nicolay Butkovsky

Introducing "Bare Essence" by Nikolai Butkovsky: A Profound Exploration of Identity and Expression

Collection and Significance

"Bare Essence" is an evocative and striking addition to our Collection of Portraits & Genre and a key piece within our Collection of Contemporary Art. This acrylic on canvas by Nikolai Butkovsky presents a thought-provoking tableau of nude women, each uniquely expressing a spectrum of emotions against a geometrically vibrant background. As an important part of Other Works by Nicolay Butkovsky, this piece stands out for collectors and art lovers aiming to Buy a Oil Painting that challenges and expands on themes of individuality and societal norms. It is also an excellent choice for those interested in acquiring Signed Artwork for Sale, offering both artistic value and personal signature authenticity.

Artistic Details

The painting features multiple nude figures intertwined yet distinct, bound by thin, almost transparent lines that suggest both connectivity and restraint. Each figure is depicted in a unique pose with a facial expression ranging from serene to contemplative to pained, reflecting the diversity of human experience. The cool, subdued palette of blues and greens contrasts sharply with a multicolored, dynamic background, highlighting the interplay between unity and individuality among the figures.

Theme and Inspiration

Through "Bare Essence," Butkovsky delves into the irony and philosophy of human existence—examining how individuals, while often seen as part of a collective, harbor unique inner lives and desires that defy simple categorization. The subtle touch of humor in the exaggerated, almost theatrical expressions and poses critiques societal perceptions that tend to overlook the profound personal essences beneath surface similarities.

About This Painting

• Artwork Details

  • Title: "Bare Essence"
  • Artist: Nicolay Butkovsky
  • Size: 70x80 cm / 27.55x31.49 inches
  • Medium: Acrylic on canvas
  • Hand Painted: Original painting from our 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

Nicolay Butkovsky was born in Zhytomyr in 1960. From 1975 to 1976 he studied at the Zhytomyr Children's Art School. In 1985 he graduated from the Moscow Art School in memory of 1905. In the period 1985-1990 - studied at the Art Institute. VI Surikov. Since 1992 a member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine.
Since 1990 lives and works in Zhitomir.

Invitation to Viewers

We invite you to immerse yourself in the complex and layered world of "Bare Essence." This painting is an exceptional choice for anyone interested in the subtle interplays of identity, societal expectations, and the unique inner lives that characterize each individual. Discover "Bare Essence" and other remarkable works by Nikolai Butkovsky, each offering a unique perspective on the nuanced and often overlooked aspects of human nature and personal expression.