Oil painting The Spirit of Diana's Pursuit Litvinov Oleg Arkad'yevich

Diana's Hunts: The Awakening by Litvinov Oleg Arkad'yevich

Unfolds as the first part of a majestic diptych by Oleg Arkad'yevich Litvinov, presenting a mythological panorama that captures the ethereal grace and formidable power of Diana, the goddess of the hunt. This oil painting, spanning an impressive 64x108.5 cm, immerses viewers in a narrative tapestry that bridges the divine with the earthly, the mystical with the tangible. "The Spirit of Diana's Pursuit" - Part One is more than a painting; it is an invitation to journey through layers of myth and beauty, encouraging a deeper engagement with the stories that shape our understanding of the world. This piece beckons to those who seek to immerse themselves in the profound depths of mythological art, offering a moment of reflection on the enduring power of ancient tales in our modern lives.

About the Artwork

• Title: "The Spirit of Diana's Pursuit" - Part One
• Artist: Litvinov Oleg Arkad'yevich
• Dimensions: 64x108.5 cm/25.19x42.71 inches
• Medium: Oil on canvas
• CONDITION: we tried to convey the maximum information with the help of photos about this product

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

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.

A Canvas of Divine Intervention

The artwork transports viewers to the heart of an enchanted forest, where the goddess Diana, depicted with an aura of divine luminescence, leads her nymphs and hounds in a hunt that transcends the mere chase of prey, symbolizing the cycle of life, death, and rebirth inherent in nature. The depiction of Diana is both vibrant and detailed, her form radiating with the vitality of the natural world she commands.

A Symphony of Nature

Litvinov's mastery is evident in his portrayal of the lush forest setting, where the intricate interplay of light and shadow breathes life into every leaf and branch. The depth of the forest is rendered in layers of rich greens and earth tones, with glimpses of the sky peeking through the canopy, suggesting the eternal cycle of day and night.

The Essence of Myth

This painting is a celebration of mythology, inviting contemplation on the roles of deities in the natural world and human consciousness. Through "The Spirit of Diana's Pursuit" Litvinov bridges the gap between the ancient and the contemporary, offering a window into the timeless allure of mythological narratives.