Oil painting The last ray Litvinov Oleg Arkad'yevich

A Glimpse into the Ephemeral Moments of Day: "The Last Ray" by Oleg Arkad'yevich Litvinov

Titled "The Last Ray," this evocative oil painting by Oleg Arkad'yevich Litvinov captures the serene and fleeting moments of dusk. Measuring 49x43.5 cm (19.29x17.12 inches) and crafted with oil on cardboard, it presents the ethereal beauty of the last sunlight caressing the landscape. This original piece from our collection portrays Litvinov's mastery in invoking the poignancy of nature's daily spectacle, as the day gives way to night. Oil autumn landscape "The Last Ray" by Oleg Arkad'yevich Litvinov is a testament to his ability to capture the subtleties of light and its transformative effects on the natural world. Let's delve into the world of oil painting "The Last Ray" and explore the creative journey of its creator, Oleg Arkad'yevich Litvinov. There are other genres of painting in our catalog.

About the Artwork

• Title: "The Last Ray"
• Artist: Oleg Arkad'yevich Litvinov
• Size: 49x43.5 cm (19.29x17.12 inches)
• Medium: Oil on cardboard
• Authenticity: This original piece from Litvinov's collection highlights his unique vision and interpretative approach to landscape art.
• Condition: Detailed through photographs for prospective collectors

About the Artist

Born on August 27, 1957, in the city of Lubny, Poltava region. Graduated from the Odessa Theater and Art School (1982). Teachers in the specialty: S. Zaitsev, V. Merkalov, M. Vylkun. He worked in the field of painting, graphics. The main industries are easel painting, easel and book graphics. Author of multi-figure paintings on historical, religious and mythological themes, illustrations for books. Member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine (1989). Collaborated with publishing houses: "Mayak" (Odessa, late 1980s), "Raduga" (1982-1991), "Dnepr" (1982-2000), "School" (2006-2010; Kiev). Creative work. Participated in exhibitions: city, republican, foreign (since 1982). Personal exhibitions - in Odessa (1982, 1992, 1997-1998, 2002, 2004, 2010), Munich (1995), Kiev (2000), Moscow (2002-2003). Major works: illustrations for books - "Children of Captain Grant" (1981), "English folk ballads" (1983), "Pan Tadeusz" (1983), "Those who were shipwrecked" (1986); The Triumph of St. George (1989); series of easel illustrations - for the collection "English folk ballads" (1983), the Bible (2008-2014), the story "Taras Bulba" (2012), the poem "The Divine Comedy" (2014); series - "Landscapes" (2014); illustrations for books - "Pan Tadeusz" (K., 1983), "Shipwrecked" (A., 1986), "Terrible revenge", "The Hound of the Baskervilles" (2006); The Lost World (2008), The Odyssey of Captain Blood, Tales of the Nations, The Defense of Bushey (2010); painting - "Triumph of St. George" (1989), "Perseus and Andromeda" (1996), "Susanna and the Elders", "Calvary" (1997), "Triumph of Galatea" (1998), "Christ before Pilate", "St. George "," Glory "," The Emperor "," Nymph and the Unicorn "(1999)," Venus and Mars "(2000)," Bacchus and the Amazon "(2001)," The Abduction of Europa "," Ivan Bohun under Bar "," Sirens attracting "," Calisto "(2002)," Neptune ", triptych -" Diana and Actaeon "," Sphinx "(2003)," Atonement "(2004)," B. Khmelnitsky "(2006)," Triumph of Venice "(2008)," Venus of the XX century ", triptych -" Revelations of John the Theologian "(2010)," The Last Supper "," Perseus and Andromeda "(2012)," Archangel Michael "( 2014). Some works are kept in the Odessa Literary Museum, V. Ryabov Gallery (Moscow). Lived and worked in the city of Odessa.

"The Last Ray": A Meditation on Transience

In "The Last Ray," Litvinov invites viewers to pause and reflect on the day's end. The painting, with its rich textures and layered hues, encapsulates the quietude and introspection that come with watching the last light of day disappear. It’s a visual poem dedicated to those moments of solitude and contemplation, reminding us of the beauty found in endings and the promise of renewal.

A Cardboard of Emotions and Hues

Litvinov's use of oil on cardboard adds a tangible depth to the scene, with the medium's versatility allowing for an intricate layering of colors that mimic the complexity of the sky at dusk. The choice of materials underscores the artist's intent to convey not just a visual spectacle but an emotional resonance that speaks to the viewer's core.

A Reflection on the End of Day

"The Last Ray" is more than a mere depiction of a natural phenomenon; it's a contemplation on the cyclical nature of life and the inherent beauty in its transient moments. Through this painting, Litvinov encourages us to find peace in the ephemeral, to appreciate the fleeting beauty that surrounds us, and to reflect on the day's passing with a sense of serenity and fulfillment.

In creating oil painting "The Last Ray," Oleg Arkad'yevich Litvinov has not only captured a moment in time but has also encapsulated an emotion that resonates universally. This painting invites us to embrace the quiet majesty of the natural world and to find solace in the simple, yet profound, act of witnessing the day come to a close.