Original artwork description:

№SERB 946

"Dredge on the Dnieper" is a watercolor painting that captures the serene and industrious atmosphere along the banks of the Dnieper River. The painting is a harmonious blend of soft watercolor hues that skillfully depict the quiet yet active scene of a dredging operation. In the foreground, the riverbank curves gently into the scene, creating a sandy peninsula that leads the eye toward the focal point of the painting: a large dredging boat. The bank is painted in gentle shades of beige and lavender, with the sandy textures suggested by loose brushwork and subtle color variations, hinting at the shifting sands shaped by both water and man. The dredge itself is rendered in cool blues and whites, contrasting with the warmer tones of the shore. Its silhouette is detailed yet not overwrought, allowing the viewer to appreciate the functional beauty of the machinery without getting lost in intricacy. The crane's arm reaches skyward, symbolic of the interaction between human ambition and the natural world. Behind the dredge, the expanse of the Dnieper River stretches out, painted in washes of blues that reflect the sky above. These calm waters suggest the river's vastness and the quiet strength that has made it a vital lifeline for the regions it traverses. The background is a tapestry of muted colors, with distant trees and foliage forming a soft backdrop. The sky above is a display of tranquility, with wispy clouds tinged with purples and blues, suggesting the early hours of the day or the calm of the late afternoon. This painting, "Dredge on the Dnieper," offers a snapshot of daily life on one of Eastern Europe's major rivers, showcasing the gentle interplay between human industry and the timeless flow of nature. It captures a moment where the natural landscape meets human ingenuity, all rendered in the fluid and expressive medium of watercolor.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Dredge on the Dnieper"
* ARTISTS: Serdyuk Boris Petrovich
* SIZE: 36x48.5 cm/'14.17x19.09 inches'
* MEDIUM: watercolor, paper
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: we tried to convey the maximum information with the help of photos about this product

Materials used:

watercolor

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