Original artwork description:

№Kalen 1315

"Autumn Steppe" is an oil painting that captures the expansive and open landscape of the steppe as it transitions into the season of fall. The use of impasto technique is evident in the thick, expressive application of paint, which gives the painting a rich texture that conveys the raw beauty of the natural scene. The sky occupies the upper section of the canvas and is portrayed with broad, sweeping strokes of pale pink and cream, blending into a soft lilac. This suggests the vast and open expanse of the steppe's sky, possibly at dawn or dusk when the light casts subtle colors across the horizon. Below the sky, the steppe itself is a mosaic of earthy tones. Darker patches of brown and black represent the distant forest line or perhaps the shadows of clouds above, providing a sense of depth and distance. These darker tones contrast with the bright swatches of white and orange that may indicate buildings or the last leaves on trees, giving a glimpse of human presence or autumnal change. The middle section of the painting is dominated by a golden hue, reminiscent of dried grasses typical of the steppe in autumn. The variation in the yellow and gold tones, mixed with greens and browns, creates a dynamic texture that suggests the movement of the wind through the grasses. In the foreground, the land becomes even more detailed with a mix of ochre, sienna, and green. The artist's strokes here are more varied, with some areas appearing smooth and others more rough and bristly, reflecting the diverse vegetation of the steppe and the ruggedness of the terrain. The painting is vibrant with the life and color of the steppe, yet also conveys a sense of calmness and solitude. The vastness of the landscape is palpable, with the detailed strokes in the foreground leading the eye to the simplicity of the horizon. The artist's signature, placed in the lower corner, is a subtle mark that does not distract from the beauty and harmony of the scene. "Autumn Steppe" invites the viewer to contemplate the quiet grandeur of the steppe, a place where the sky and land meet in a dance of color and light, and where the passage of seasons is both gentle and profound.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Autumn steppe"
* ARTISTS: Oksana Kalenyuk
* SIZE: 15x25 cm/'5.90x9.84 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

Materials used:

oil

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