Oil painting Balaclava Igor Konovalov

Introducing "Balaclava" by Igor Konovalov: A Study in Contrasts and Hidden Depths

Collection and Significance

"Balaclava" is an exceptional piece within our Collection of Contemporary Art, and it highlights our Collection of Portraits & Genre, exemplifying the thematic depth and visual complexity that characterize Other Works by Igor Konovalov. This painting is ideal for those looking to Buy a Oil painting that explores the interplay between serenity and tension, offering a rich narrative canvas. As a featured work, it represents a significant addition to Secure Art Purchases Online, appealing to collectors and art enthusiasts who value both aesthetics and thought-provoking content.

About This Painting

"Balaclava" measures 135x185 cm and is executed in oil on canvas. It depicts two women in a sunlit interior, dressed elegantly and gazing out toward a serene seascape, embodying tranquility and introspective calm. The stark contrast is introduced by a figure in a balaclava sitting aside, adding an element of mystery and underlying tension to the otherwise peaceful setting.

The floating balloon-like molecular structures around the room add a whimsical, dreamlike quality, symbolizing the volatile nature of thoughts and emotions. This surreal element contrasts sharply with the realistic depiction of the figures, enhancing the narrative of visible and hidden layers within human experiences.

Artistic Details

Artwork Details

• Title: "Balaclava"
• Artist: Igor Konovalov
• Size: 135x185 cm / '53.14x72.83 inches'
• Medium: Oil on canvas
• Technique: 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

He was born in 1965 in the city of Novy Bug.

1983—1987 — Dnipropetrovsk State Art School.

1987—1993 — Kyiv State Art Institute.

Since 1993, co-founder of the art commune "Squat on Olehivska Street", the activity of which has two periods:

1993—1996 — "classic squat" (occupation of premises for workshops and housing, exhibition activity, as a practice of introduction into society).

1996-2006 — "fictitious squat" (author of the project — Fiction Gallery Expedition. — going beyond workshops and galleries (institutions) into open urban space.

The founder of the Hill-art direction (art on the hills), within the framework of which actions were held and facilities were created on the hills of Kyiv.

2010-2020 - develops the author's mythology, which he called "Infodelica".

The creator of paintings, promotions, objects and video art.

Lives and works in Kyiv.

EXHIBITIONS

Personal exhibitions:

2020 - Recreation room, Kyiv History Museum, Kyiv

2019 - "Voices", CSM "Soviart", Kyiv

2018 - "Two Pages", Kyiv History Museum, Kyiv

2017 - "Point of support", CSM "Soviart", Kyiv

2016 – "Presidency", CSM "Soviart", Kyiv

2016 - "Relax", CSM "Soviart", Kyiv

2015 – "Wi-Fi", DTEK Academy, business center "Eurasia", Kyiv

2013 - "Infa&infadelika", 8-bit Gallery, Kyiv

2012 - "Infa", Gallery "Forest", Moscow, Russia

2011 - "Infa", RA Gallery, Kyiv

2010 – I. Konovalov, Museum of Sovr. image of Arts of Ukraine (MSIIU), Kyiv

2009 – "Golden Mountains", RA Gallery, Kyiv

2008 - Ctrl-Z, RA Gallery, Kyiv

Group exhibitions:

2020 – ART CAPITAL, Grand Palais, Paris. Salon Comparaisons, groupe Alain Campello

2017 - "Squat on Olehivska Street", Sumy Municipal Gallery, Sumy

2015 – Museum collections, Ukrainian modern art. (1985-2015)

2015 – "Coefficient of independence" (America House), Kyiv

2015 - "Art for the sake of life" - charity project, "Art Arsenal", Kyiv

2014 - The 21st nude art exhibition "MAN & WOMAN", At the Museum of New Art, Pärnu, Estonia

2012 - "Squat on Olehivska Street", M17 Center of Contemporary Art, Kyiv

2012 - Art-Moscow, 16th International Art Fair, Moscow, Russia

2011 - "Independents", New art of the new country 1991-2011, "Art Arsenal", Kyiv

2011 – "Space Odyssey-2011", "Art Arsenal", Kyiv

2010 - Art project "AUT" - international art project, Chocolate House, Kyiv

Press:

• Catalog for a personal exhibition: I. Konovalov, Museum of Modern Fine Arts of Ukraine (MSIIU), "Infa", "Forest" Gallery

• The book "Squat on Olehivska Street" (1993 - 2015), Kyiv

• Collection of the Museum of Ukrainian Modern Art 1985–2015 from private collections

25 years of presence. Modern Ukrainian artists. 1991-2016, Kyiv

• Collection of catalogs of participation in numerous exhibitions and auctions

Works are located:

• Dnipropetrovsk Art Museum

• Museum of Modern Fine Arts of Ukraine (MSIIU)

• Kyiv History Museum

• In private meetings: Boris and Tetyana Hrynievych, Igor Voronov, Igor Abramovich, Oleg Krasnosilskyi, Volodymyr Kashirskyi, and others.

Invitation to Viewers

We invite you to delve into the intriguing world of "Balaclava" at our gallery. This painting not only offers a visually striking tableau but also invites interpretation and reflection on the themes of identity, privacy, and the societal masks we wear. It is a compelling choice for anyone interested in Secure Art Purchases Online, particularly for those who appreciate art that challenges and captivates.

Discover "Balaclava" and other masterpieces in our gallery, where each work from our Collection of Contemporary Art and Collection of Portraits & Genre, including Other Works by Igor Konovalov, is curated to provide not only an aesthetic appreciation but also an opportunity to engage with complex narratives and diverse interpretations.