Oil painting Portrait of a soldier in an overcoat Alexander Litvinov

№AAA2938

"Portrait of a soldier in an overcoat" is an exquisite oil painting that captures the essence of a 19th-century military figure. The artist skillfully portrays a sense of strength and pride emanating from the soldier depicted in the portrait. The canvas reveals a commanding presence with its life-sized depiction, allowing the viewer to be drawn into the world of the soldier. Dressed in a distinctive green and yellow uniform, the soldier stands tall and erect, embodying the disciplined nature of his profession. The uniform's colors evoke a sense of tradition and evoke a connection to a specific military unit or era, perhaps signifying the soldier's allegiance or achievements. The soldier gazes directly at the viewer with piercing eyes, reflecting determination and resilience. His facial expression is marked with a hint of stoicism, suggesting the challenges he may have faced on the battlefield. The artist masterfully captures the details of the soldier's face, highlighting every line, crease, and scar, hinting at the hardships endured during his service. In the soldier's hands rests a musket, a symbol of his martial prowess and the era in which he lived. The meticulous attention to detail brings the musket to life, with the artist skillfully depicting the woodgrain, metalwork, and intricate engravings on the weapon. The soldier's grip on the musket portrays his familiarity and confidence in handling such arms, further accentuating his military expertise. The artist's use of oil paints lends a rich, textured quality to the portrait, with vibrant colors and nuanced brushwork. The play of light and shadow creates a three-dimensional effect, adding depth and dimension to the soldier's figure. The background, intentionally left subdued, allows the viewer to focus entirely on the soldier and his compelling presence. "Portrait of a soldier in an overcoat" serves as a captivating tribute to the bravery, dedication, and sacrifice of those who served in the armed forces during the 19th century. It encapsulates the spirit of an era, transporting the viewer back in time to witness the valor and honor of this anonymous soldier.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Portrait of a soldier in an overcoat"
* ARTISTS: Alexander Arkadievich Litvinov
* SIZE: 26x26.5 cm/'10.23x10.43 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, cardboard
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

About the artists: Alexander Arkadievich Litvinov was born on May 18, 1967 in the city of Lubny. He graduated from the Lubensk secondary school № 1. One of his favorite lessons was drawing. I was even more attracted by studies at an art school, where boys and girls were introduced to high art thanks to the wise teachers Vasily Semenyuta, Anatoly Kharchuk, Nikolai Korablev, Tamara Moshnikoviy. Especially in his artistic development, Alexander owes to Vasily Ivanovich Semenyuta, his classical school of teaching, which he enriched in his time through his acquaintance with famous artists Alexei Asaulenko and Petr Likhin. And also an extremely important role in the passion for painting was played by the fact that Alexander's father, Arkady Petrovich Litvinov, was both a talented artist and an excellent teacher. He had 53 years of teaching experience - he taught drawing and drawing at the Lubensk school №8, many of his students connected their professions with artistic creativity. Alexander's elder brother, Oleg Arkadyevich Litvinov, a member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine, now lives in Odessa, also chose the artistic path.

And after leaving school, Alexander served in the army, where his artistic talent came in handy - in Soviet times, visual agitation was highly valued. He served in Dnepropetrovsk, where two personal exhibitions of his paintings were organized. While still at school, Alexander began to design books, in particular, children's literature. He received his first creative fee in the tenth grade from the publishing house "Raduga" for the design of the book by Anatoly Rybakov "Krosh's Vacation". Later she studied at the Odessa Theater and Art School, specializing in "Decoration of puppet shows and artistic and props art."

Studying at the school and passion from childhood with historical and biblical literature greatly influenced the creative manner of the artist. He works in the style of the so-called figurative art, where the main thing is the image of the human body.