Oil painting Mechanics Weissburg Efim Efimovich

№AAA3089

The oil painting "Mechanics" depicts a scene of industrial camaraderie and labor. Four figures, presumably mechanics or workers, are the focal point of the composition. They are situated in what appears to be a work yard, with large, heavy machinery providing a backdrop that hints at the nature of their work. The figure on the left is straddling a motorcycle, wearing a bright yellow jacket and a white helmet, suggesting he may be either arriving at or departing from the worksite. His posture on the motorcycle is relaxed, and he engages with the group in conversation. The three other men are dressed in practical, everyday clothing that suggests manual labor. The man closest to the motorcycle rider wears a brown jacket and seems to be in a discussion with him, indicated by their direct eye contact and the gesturing of their hands. The man's facial expression is one of engagement and interest in the exchange. Behind them stand two more figures, slightly set apart from the central conversation. The one in the middle wears a dark green jacket, and the other, partially obscured by his companions, is in a long tan coat. Their expressions are less discernable, but they are attentively looking towards the others, indicating their inclusion in the group dynamic.In the background, large orange tractors or industrial vehicles loom. The vehicles are painted with solid blocks of color, and their geometric shapes contrast with the more detailed and nuanced rendering of the human figures. The presence of these machines indicates the setting is likely a construction site, farm, or industrial complex. The sky is overcast, with patches of blue struggling to show through the gray, implying that the scene is set outdoors on a typical working day. The ground is wet, as evidenced by the reflections on its surface, suggesting recent rain. The artist has employed a realistic style with a focus on capturing the moment's authenticity. The brushstrokes are visible and dynamic, adding texture and a sense of movement to the painting. The color palette is muted, with the exception of the yellow jacket and the orange machinery, which stand out and draw the viewer's eye. "Mechanics" portrays a moment of daily life, emphasizing themes of teamwork and the dignity of labor. The figures' interaction and the industrial setting offer a glimpse into the working world, highlighting the relationships and solidarity among workers.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Mechanics"
* ARTISTS 1: Weissburg Efim Efimovich
* ARTISTS 2: Tolpekin Georgy Vladimirovich
* ARTISTS 3: Gorshkov Nikolay Dorofeevich
* SIZE: 120x110 cm/'47.24x43.30 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

About the artist 1: Born on May 11, 1922 in the city of Kyiv. He graduated from the Kyiv Art School (1941) and the Kiev Art Institute (1946-1952). Teachers by specialty - K. Eleva, I. Shtilman, O. Shovkunenko, K. Trofimenko. Painter. He worked in the industry of easel painting, a representative of the creative style of socialist realism. Member of the Union of Artists of Ukraine (1965). Participant of the Great Patriotic War. He worked as the head of the fine arts studio at the Kiev House of Culture for Food Industry Workers (1954-1961). Participated in exhibitions: republican (1957), all-Union (1961). Major works: “The Graduate” (1957); "Subbotnik" (1963); “The Chiefs Have Arrived” (1964 - 1965); "In the Carpathians" (1967); “Violin Study” (1968), “Petya the Mechanic” (1956), “Graduate” (1957), “Countrymen” (1963), “Celebration of the Shevchenko Jubilee in Krakow in 1914.” (1964), “The Chiefs Have Arrived” (1965, “In the Carpathians” (1967), “Violin Study” (1968), “By the Sea” (1969), “Group Portrait of the Brigade of the Hero of Socialist Labor M. Molodchinok” (1971), "Village Council" (1972), "Soldier's Bread" (1973), "Birch Sap" (1975). Lived and worked in the city of Kiev, died on August 15, 1990.

About the artist 2: Born on February 18, 1922 in Kyiv. Graduated from the Kiev Art Institute (1952). Teacher by profession - K. Trokhimenko. Participant of the Great Patriotic War. He worked in the easel painting industry. Main works: “O. M. Gorky and M. M. Kotsyubinsky on Capri,” “The Road to the Collective Farm” (1952); "Ukrainian Spring" (1958); “Morning on the Dnieper” (1959); “The year 1943. The path to Leningrad” (1964); “Sentries of the Borders” (1967) and others. Participated in exhibitions: republican since 1949, all-Union since 1958. Awarded medals. Died in 1990.

About the artist 3: Born on September 25, 1923 in the city of Smela, now Cherkasy region. Father of I. Gorshkova. Graduated from the Kiev Art Institute (1950) Teachers by specialty - K. Eleva, A. Petritsky. Painter. He worked in the easel painting industry. He created portraits, still lifes, landscapes. Member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine (1976). He worked in the Moldavian SSR as a painter at the city industrial plant in the city of Balti. Teacher of drawing, painting and composition (1951). Head of the educational department of the Republican Art School of Moldova (Chisinau) (1952-1955). Painter of the Kyiv Society of Artists (1955-1964). In the Art Fund of the Ukrainian SSR (1964-1988). Participant of republican and all-Union art exhibitions (1950). Main works: “Morning” (1950), “Students” (1953), “To School” (1958), “Space Conquerors” (1963), “Lenin and Children” (1966), “Gopak” (1972), “ Special Assignment" (1974), "Scouts" (1978), "Fellow Soldiers" (1978), "In the Laboratory" (1980), "The Feat of Scout Kuznetsov" (1981), triptych "Partisans" (1982), "Song of Victory" (1985), “General M. Vatutin” (1985), “Korchagintsy” (1987). Died in 2009.