Oil painting Early winter morning Yuriy Suprunchuk

№AAA4393

The painting "Early Winter Morning" captures the serene and tranquil atmosphere of a rural village enveloped in the crisp embrace of the season’s first snowfall. The artist has skillfully portrayed the stillness of the morning, where the soft hues of dawn gently illuminate the landscape, casting a warm glow over the frost-covered ground. The brushwork, expressive and textured, adds depth and movement to the scene, making the viewer feel the chill in the air and the quiet beauty of winter’s arrival. At the center of the composition, a solitary figure trudges through the freshly fallen snow, carrying two water buckets with a traditional shoulder yoke. The deep red of her clothing stands in striking contrast against the cool blues and whites of the landscape, drawing immediate attention. This woman, possibly a villager on her way back from a nearby well, represents the simple yet enduring routines of life, even in the harshest of seasons. The determined yet graceful way she moves through the snow-covered path adds a sense of resilience and warmth to the otherwise frosty setting. The ground is depicted with thick, expressive brushstrokes that suggest the uneven and powdery texture of the freshly laid snow. Shades of icy blue and white dominate the foreground, while hints of pink and lavender reflect the soft morning light, creating a dreamlike quality. The play of light and shadow on the snow-covered surface enhances the painting’s depth, guiding the viewer’s gaze toward the heart of the village. Nestled in the background, traditional thatched-roof houses sit under a thick layer of snow, their roofs glowing with soft, golden undertones. The warm earth tones of the village homes contrast beautifully with the cooler hues of the winter sky, reinforcing the sense of shelter and warmth amidst the cold. Smoke rising from the chimneys is subtly implied, adding to the overall feeling of an early morning awakening, where life begins to stir despite the frosty surroundings. Beyond the village, dark silhouettes of trees stand tall, their branches dusted with snow. The trees, painted with loose yet deliberate strokes, add a sense of structure and enclosure, framing the composition beautifully. Their varying shades of deep brown, ochre, and muted green suggest the lingering remnants of autumn, barely holding on as winter takes over. The sky above, a mix of pale blue and soft white, suggests a crisp, clear morning, promising a day of quiet beauty and stillness.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Early winter morning"
* ARTISTS: Yuriy Suprunchuk
* SIZE: 15x20 cm/'5.90x7.87 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, cardboard
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

About the artist: Zhitomir artist Suprunchuk Yuri Sergeevich Born on April 11, 1961, in the city of Zhitomir. Graduated from the Zheleznogorsk Art School, Russia (1982). Teachers in the specialty: V. Chukuev, E. Nikulin. Painter. Member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine (2002). Major works: "Near the house" (2005), "Winter on the outskirts of Zhitomir" (2006), "Autumn still life" (2004). Lived and worked in the city of Zhitomir.