Oil painting Still life with dry leaves and fruits Peter Dobrev

№Dobr 844

"Still Life with Dry Leaves and Fruits" is a vibrant and expressive oil painting that captures the essence of autumn through a rich and dynamic use of color and form. The composition is an explosion of hues, drawing the viewer into a world where nature's bounty is celebrated with a joyful and almost surreal intensity. At the center of the painting, a dark blue vase holds a striking arrangement of dry leaves. The leaves, painted in warm shades of red, orange, and green, fan outwards, creating a dramatic focal point. Their textures and colors suggest the crispness and richness of the autumn season. Surrounding the vase is an abundant display of fruits. To the left, several apples and a cluster of dark purple grapes are depicted with bold, energetic brushstrokes. The apples, in shades of red and yellow, and the grapes, with their deep, rich tones, add a sense of freshness and vitality to the scene. On the right side of the composition, a bunch of bananas sits on a blue plate, their bright yellow contrasting beautifully with the surrounding colors. Near the bananas, two vibrant red peppers and a couple of peaches add further variety to the still life, their rounded forms and vivid colors enhancing the overall composition. The background and tablecloth are painted in swirling patterns of purples, pinks, blues, and greens, creating a sense of movement and fluidity. These colors and patterns not only unify the composition but also evoke a whimsical, almost dreamlike atmosphere. The interplay of light and shadow, achieved through the use of bold, expressive brushstrokes and a dynamic color palette, adds depth and dimension to the painting. The artist's technique of layering colors and creating textured surfaces gives the work a tactile quality that invites closer inspection. "Still Life with Dry Leaves and Fruits" can be interpreted as a celebration of nature's beauty and abundance. The use of vibrant colors and dynamic composition suggests a sense of joy and exuberance, while the presence of dry leaves and autumnal tones hints at the changing seasons and the passage of time. The painting invites viewers to appreciate the simple pleasures of life and the natural world's richness. The juxtaposition of fresh fruits with dry leaves may also symbolize the cycle of life and the coexistence of growth and decay. This oil painting is a masterful blend of vibrant color, dynamic composition, and expressive brushwork. "Still Life with Dry Leaves and Fruits" captures the viewer's attention with its joyful celebration of autumn and nature's bounty. The artist's ability to convey movement, texture, and emotion through color and form makes this work a striking and memorable piece that resonates with viewers on both a visual and emotional level.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE "Still life with dry leaves and fruits"
* ARTISTS Peter Dobrev
* SIZE: 80x90 cm/'31.49x35.43 inches'
* MEDIUM oil, canvas
* 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 artist: Peter Dobrev - Zaporizhzhya artist. Born on July 5, 1979, in the city of Zaporozhye.
He graduated from the Zaporozhye art school (1995). He studied art with his father. Painter.
The main industry is easel painting. He worked in the style of expressive impressionism. At creative work.
Participated in exhibitions: regional, republican (since 2003).
Personal exhibitions - in Zaporozhye (2003, 2004), Kiev (2007). Major works: “On the banks of the Dnieper” (2004),
“Rocks among the trees”, “Autumn Whirlwind” (2005), “Marina in Gurzuf” (2006), “Cossack huts”, “Zaporizhzhya Sich”, “Street in Gurzuf” (2007).
Separate canvases are stored in the Zaporizhzhya Art Museum. Lives and works in the city of Zaporozhye.

Peter Dobrev