Oil painting Where is the borscht Igor Konovalov

"Where is the Borscht?" by Igor Konovalov: A Delightful Blend of Humor and Surrealism

Artistic Description

"Where is the Borscht?" is an imaginative oil painting that portrays a whimsical yet contemplative scene. A man, depicted in a quaint domestic setting, humorously examines an upturned cooking pot on his head, seemingly searching for his missing borscht. This amusing setup is illuminated by soft natural light that casts a serene glow across the vintage furnishings of the room, contrasting sharply with the surreal balloon-like figures floating around, enhancing the painting's dreamlike quality.

These abstract shapes, rendered in various shades, symbolize the flurry of thoughts and daydreams that punctuate our daily routines. The setting—a peaceful room with an open window revealing a tranquil balcony and lush trees—suggests a quiet introspection amidst the comfort of home.

Symbolism and Interpretation

The painting delves into themes of tradition, nostalgia, and the simple pleasures of home-cooked meals. It reflects on the essence of home, the grounding nature of familiar tastes, and the joy found in life's simple moments. "Where is the Borscht?" invites viewers to reminisce about their culinary heritage and the memories associated with traditional dishes like borscht, serving as a metaphor for the things we often overlook yet deeply miss when absent.

Collection and Availability

"Where is the Borscht?" is a prominent piece in our Collection of Contemporary Art and aligns beautifully with the genre of Portraits & Genre. This artwork is available for acquisition and can be viewed online or in person, providing art lovers with a chance to own a unique piece of modern art that combines humor with profound cultural insights.

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About the Artwork 

Artwork Details

• Title: "Where is the Borscht?"
• Artist: Igor Konovalov
• Size: 110x140 cm/'43.30x55.11 inches'
• Medium: Oil on canvas
• Technique: Original artwork 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.