Oil painting Snow King Igor Konovalov

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"Snow King," an exquisite oil painting by Igor Konovalov, stands out in our Collection of Landscapes, offering a unique vision of winter's majesty. This artwork is an excellent choice for those looking to Buy a Oil Painting and delve into the mystical ambiance of a frost-enshrouded realm.

"Snow King" captures a magnificent, oversized bunny sculpture, styled as if carved from ice, set against a serene, twilight forest backdrop. The sculpture glimmers under a dusky sky, symbolizing solitude and dominion over the quiet, snow-laden landscape.

Symbolism and Style

The crystalline bunny, central to the composition, reflects the serene yet potent nature of winter, dubbed the 'Snow King' for its regal and otherworldly presence. The backdrop features subtle shades of twilight, enhancing the mystical quality of the painting, while the bunny's facets catch the fading light, adding depth and intrigue.

Whimsical yet commanding, the bunny’s juxtaposition against the muted forest evokes the silent authority of winter, inviting viewers to reflect on the quiet beauty and the transformative power of the season.

Artistic Significance

Igor Konovalov's "Snow King" is more than just a visual piece; it's a narrative on the profound calm and the mystical allure of winter. Each element, from the reflective surfaces of the icy sculpture to the shadowy depths of the forest, has been meticulously crafted to draw the observer into a contemplative state, making it a prized piece for any collector and a highlight within Other Works by Igor Konovalov.

Why Choose "Snow King"?

For those interested in Art Investment Opportunities, "Snow King" offers not only aesthetic beauty but also long-term value in the realm of modern art landscapes. Its unique portrayal and thematic depth make it a standout addition to any collection, perfect for enhancing home or office spaces with a touch of winter’s majesty.

About This Painting

Artwork Details

• Title: "Snow King"
• Artist: Igor Konovalov
• Size: 110x135 cm / 43.30x53.14 inches
• Medium: Oil on canvas
• Technique: Yes, part of our exclusive 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.

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