Oil painting Thirst Litvinov Oleg Arkad'yevich

A Canvas of Desire: "Thirst" by Oleg Arkad'yevich Litvinov

This evocative oil painting entitled “Thirst” is the creation of Oleg Arkadyevich Litvinov. Measuring 29 x 30 cm (11.41 x 11.81 inches), this artwork is a powerful exploration of human emotion and the universal experience of longing. In the portrait “Thirst,” Oleg Arkadyevich Litvinov delves into the universal theme of desire and longing, presenting a work that echoes the emotional and physical aspects of thirst. Compact in size but expansive in meaning, this work embodies a moment of deep melancholy, conveyed through Litvinov’s masterful use of oil on canvas with facets of mythology. There are other genres of painting in our catalog. 

About the Artwork

• Title: "Thirst"
• Artist: Oleg Arkad'yevich Litvinov
• Size: 29x30 cm / 11.41x11.81 inches
• Medium: Oil, Canvas
• Originality: Hand-painted original from our collection
• Condition: Comprehensive insight provided through imagery

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 Palette of Passion

Litvinov employs a meticulous palette to evoke the intensity and depth of thirst. The colors, carefully chosen, oscillate between the warmth of desire and the coolness of unfulfilled longing, capturing the dual nature of thirst as both a physical need and an existential yearning.

A Glimpse into the Human Soul

"Thirst" stands as a metaphor for the human condition, exploring the depths of our desires and the ceaseless quest for fulfillment. Litvinov invites viewers into a contemplative space, to ponder on the myriad forms of thirst that propel human endeavors and the search for meaning.

An Artistic Tribute

This piece not only enriches collections but also serves as a profound commentary on the nature of desire, making it a significant acquisition for enthusiasts of thoughtful and emotive art. "Thirst" is a tribute to Litvinov's ability to harness his artistic prowess in evoking deep-seated emotions and universal experiences.

"Thirst" by Oleg Arkad'yevich Litvinov is more than a painting; it is an exploration of the depths of desire, a reflection on the unquenchable yearnings of the human heart, and a celebration of the pursuit that defines much of human existence.