Abstract oil painting Colored jugs Anatoly Tarabanov

"Colored Jugs" by Anatoly Tarabanov: A Symphony of Light and Color

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This painting is a proud part of our exclusive Collection of Still Lifes and Collection of Abstract Paintings. Discover Other Works by Anatoly Tarabanov or consider adding to your collection through our Buy Contemporary Art Paintings options. "Colored Jugs" offers a unique aesthetic experience, perfect for those who cherish contemporary interpretations of traditional genres.

About This Painting

"Colored Jugs" is a radiant oil painting that captures a lively still life, showcasing a collection of jugs and glasses in a dance of color and light. Created by the skilled Anatoly Tarabanov, this artwork transforms everyday objects into a spectacle of visual delight.

Artistic Composition

At the heart of the painting, an array of vessels in vibrant hues draws the eye: a striking black jug anchors the array with its absorbing surface, a red vase gleams with reflected light, and a golden-yellow jug shimmers as if lit from within. These primary elements are complemented by a blue glass, which casts a cool glow across the scene, and assorted smaller items—a green wine glass, a turquoise flask, a clear bottle, and another in deep amber—enrich the composition with their delicate forms and interactions with light.

Dynamic Interplay of Color and Reflection

The glossy surface beneath these objects doubles their impact, reflecting their forms and colors to enhance the depth and complexity of the scene. Transparent and translucent materials bend the light, scattering vibrant reflections and creating a lively atmosphere.

Natural Elements and Abstract Background

Scattered orbs of fruit, including apples and a pear, introduce organic shapes that contrast with the jugs’ geometric precision. Their rich colors harmonize with the vessels, integrating the composition. Behind, a curtain of abstract vertical streaks in white, crimson, and pink suggests a distant window or garden, inviting speculation about a world beyond the immediate tableau.

Celebration of Visual Texture

This painting revels in the sensory pleasures of sight, showcasing the beauty found in simple objects through a masterful use of color, light, and reflection. It turns a traditional still life into a modern exploration of texture and vibrancy.

About the Artwork 

Artwork Details

• Title: "Colored Jugs"
• Artist: Anatoly Tarabanov
• Size: 70x90 cm/'27.55x35.43 inches'
• Medium: Oil on canvas
• Technique: Yes, an original piece from our esteemed collection

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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

Anatoly Borisovich Tarabanov was born on September 25, 1953 in Zaporozhye.
Artist - painter.
In 1973 he graduated from the Dnipropetrovsk Art College.
Teachers: Kuko, Shchedrov.
Since 1988 member of the Union of Artists of Ukraine.
Since 1978 participated in regional, republican and foreign exhibitions. Works in the field of easel painting. Author of genre paintings, portraits, landscapes. The works are kept in art museums and in private collections of Ukraine, as well as abroad, in particular in Israel, Poland, France, Germany. Works by Tarabanova AB full of motives of philosophy, allegory, lyrical and poetic world outlook.