Oil painting Portrait of Jesus Christ Oleksandr Gukalov

№AAA3249

"Portrait of Jesus Christ" is an oil painting that captures the iconic and divine image of Jesus Christ, depicted in a traditional religious style. The painting emphasizes the holy and serene nature of Christ, often seen in religious iconography. The central figure of Jesus Christ is depicted in a frontal pose, directly engaging the viewer with a calm and compassionate expression. Christ is adorned in a red robe with a blue mantle, symbolizing His divine and human nature. The red signifies His humanity and sacrifice, while the blue represents His divinity. A large golden halo, also known as a nimbus, surrounds Christ's head, signifying His holiness and divine nature. The halo is inscribed with the Greek letters "IC XC" (abbreviation for Jesus Christ) and other symbolic markings. Christ's right hand is raised in a blessing gesture, with His fingers positioned in a traditional Christian blessing pose. This gesture is known as the "Christ Pantocrator" blessing, often seen in Byzantine iconography. In His left hand, Christ holds an orb topped with a cross, symbolizing His dominion over the world and His role as the Savior. The artist has meticulously detailed Christ's face, capturing a serene and compassionate expression with delicate brushwork. The eyes are particularly striking, exuding a sense of calm and benevolence. The artist employs a rich and harmonious color palette, with deep reds, blues, and golds dominating the composition. The background is subtly shaded to highlight the central figure, creating a sense of depth and focus. The use of oil paint allows for smooth transitions and rich textures, enhancing the lifelike quality of the portrait. The brushstrokes are controlled and precise, contributing to the overall clarity and impact of the painting. The halo and the blessing gesture emphasize Christ's divine nature and His role as the Savior and the Redeemer. The choice of red and blue garments highlights the dual nature of Christ as both human and divine.The orb with the cross signifies Christ's authority over the world and His spiritual sovereignty. "Portrait of Jesus Christ" is a powerful and moving representation of the central figure of Christianity. Through the use of traditional religious iconography and meticulous artistic techniques, the painting conveys a deep sense of divinity, compassion, and spiritual authority. The serene expression and symbolic elements invite the viewer to reflect on the profound significance of Jesus Christ in the Christian faith.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Portrait of Jesus Christ"
* ARTISTS: Oleksandr Gukalov
* SIZE: 41x58 cm/'16.14x22.83 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, wood
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: we tried to convey the maximum information with the help of photos about this product

About the artists: Oleksiyander Gukalov
After graduating from Lviv Polytechnic, he was engaged in scientific work. In his free time, he studied the works of Plato, the poetry of the ancient East, and religious works. At this time, resistance to the routine of life and utilitarian science arose in him; he became interested in man and his secrets. Oleksiyander decided to end his engineering career and become a humanitarian. Since 1990, he began to write and publish philosophical poems. Later he decided to devote himself to painting, a passion for which began during his years of study at the Lviv Polytechnic with caricatures and caricatures of classmates and teachers.

Since 2017 he has been painting with oil paints. Oleksiyander does not have a formal art education, but he is convinced that the craft and talent of an artist do not directly depend on professional education. The artist's works are characterized by completeness of composition and depth of meaning. He is not afraid to work with different themes, his paintings are true modern art that touches people. The artist’s portfolio includes landscapes and views of his favorite cities, portraits of pop stars, politicians, athletes, relatives, and animals. “I draw a toga when I feel the need for it. Therefore, I cannot say that I work in some narrow direction. Rather, it is a call from the soul,” the artist says about himself.

Exhibitions

2011 – Personal exhibition, Lutsk

2011 – Exhibition “World of Jazz”, Lutsk

2011 – Exhibition Arts.in.ua, Kiev

2012 – Personal exhibition in the art cafe “Apartment 35”, Lviv

2012 – Personal exhibition “On the Waves of Dreams”, Lutsk

2012 – International exhibition “Plain Air”, West Park Art Gallery, New York

2012 – International competition “Peace, Time and People”, special medal of achievements St. Michael, New York

2012 – Exhibition of artists who were included in the K-Gallery catalogue, Kyiv

2012 – International exhibition-competition of contemporary art “Ukrainian Art Week”, Kyiv

2013 – opening of a permanent exhibition and sale, Lutsk

2013 – Exhibition “Spring Impressions” of the international art project “Vicious Circle of Impressions”, Kiev

2015 – Personal exhibition, Lutsk

2015 – Ukrainian-Italian exhibition “Single Space”, Kyiv

2015 – International art project “New York – Tokyo”, Tokyo

2016 – International art project “Color in Motion”, New York Realism Gallery, first place and Gold medal in the category “Impressionism”, New York

2021 – International exhibition “Art Nest Paris”, Paris

Oleksandr Gukalov