Oil painting The Last Rays Alexander Nikolaevich Cherednichenko

№AAA2800

"The Last Rays" is an enchanting oil painting that captures the serene beauty of a winter landscape. The scene unfolds with a sense of tranquility, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in its quietude. Painted on a large canvas, the artwork portrays a snowy field in the foreground, drenched in pristine white. The untouched snowflakes create a soft, velvety texture, conveying the peacefulness and stillness of the winter season. Situated on this snow-covered field stands a humble house, its walls painted in warm shades of brown. The house appears inviting and cozy, blending harmoniously with the wintry surroundings. Its roof is adorned with a thick layer of snow, gracefully curving under the weight. The delicate details in the snow capture the artist's attention to texture and light, conveying a realistic and tactile quality. Within the house, a warm glow emanates from one of the windows, indicating the presence of life and the cozy ambience inside. The contrast between the warm light and the cool tones of the snow creates a sense of intimacy and comfort amidst the cold winter night. Adjacent to the house, a couple of trees stand tall, their branches reaching upward toward the sky. The bare branches, coated with a gentle dusting of snow, exude a sense of resilience and beauty even in the midst of winter's grasp. Their silhouettes create captivating patterns against the dark backdrop, emphasizing the starkness of the season. Above the wintry landscape, a deep black sky stretches out, signaling the arrival of late evening. The absence of stars and the richness of the blackness evoke a feeling of mystery and solitude. The last remnants of daylight in the form of soft, fading rays linger on the horizon, casting a subtle glow on the landscape below. These last rays paint a fleeting and ephemeral beauty, enhancing the sense of melancholy and the passage of time. "The Last Rays" captivates viewers with its ability to evoke a wistful atmosphere, immersing them in the enchanting stillness of a winter evening. The artist masterfully combines elements of light, color, and texture to create a composition that captures the essence of the season. Through this painting, viewers can experience the quiet beauty and poetic melancholy of a winter landscape bathed in the last rays of evening light.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "The Last Rays"
* ARTISTS: Alexander Nikolaevich Cherednichenko
* SIZE: 18x24 cm/'7.08x9.44 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

About the artists: Alexander Nikolaevich Cherednichenko was born on February 26, 1958 in Lozovaya, Kharkiv region. He graduated from the Kharkov State Art School (1977) and the Kharkov Art and Industry Institute (1982). Participant of international, foreign, republican, regional exhibitions .. Member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine (1992). Honored Artist of Ukraine (2004). Works are kept in the Directorate of exhibitions of the Ministry of Culture of Ukraine, Sumy Regional Art Museum, Chuguev Picture Gallery, Shostka, Konotop, Romensky (Sumy Region) and Lozovsky (Kharkiv Region) Local History Museums, Museum of Russian Art (Kiev), Cheboksary State Art Museum (Chuvashia, Russia), Cultural Heritage Foundation (St. Petersburg, Russia), P.Tychyny State Museum-Apartment (Kiev), in private collections in Ukraine and the states of Europe, Asia, America, Australia.
Most paintings are depicted in the genre of still life and landscape: landscapes of Western Ukraine, Chernihiv, Georgia, and Karelia. In his writings, the artist depicted Ukrainian folk life.