Original artwork description:

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Oil painting Portrait of an old man Alexander Arkadievich Litvinov

"Portrait of an Old Man" is a captivating oil painting that skillfully captures the essence of wisdom and the passage of time. The central focus of the artwork is an elderly gentleman, whose weathered face tells the story of a life well-lived. Every brushstroke brings out the intricacies of his character, making the viewer feel as if they can almost hear his stories. The old man is portrayed with great attention to detail. His face is etched with deep lines and creases, evidence of the countless experiences he has encountered throughout his lifetime. His eyes, though tired and slightly sunken, exude a quiet strength and intelligence that hint at a lifetime of accumulated knowledge. The man clutches a wooden cane firmly in both hands, serving as a physical support and a metaphorical representation of his resilience. The cane, weathered and worn, mirrors the aging process of its owner and stands as a symbol of his steadfast determination to keep moving forward despite the challenges he may have faced. Draped around the old man's shoulders is a flowing black cloak, which adds a sense of elegance and mystery to his presence. The cloak, painted with delicate brushstrokes, falls gracefully, enveloping him in an aura of both melancholy and dignity. In contrast to the aged figure, the background of the painting is a warm, earthy brown. This choice of color enhances the focus on the old man, highlighting his character and drawing attention to his captivating presence. The simplicity of the background allows the viewer to focus solely on the portrait, as if time has stood still for this contemplative moment. "Portrait of an Old Man" is a poignant testament to the beauty and depth that come with age. It invites viewers to reflect upon their own journeys and consider the wisdom that can be gained through a life well-lived.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Portrait of an old man"
* ARTISTS: Alexander Arkadievich Litvinov
* SIZE: 46x37.5 cm/'18.11x14.76 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, cardboard
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

About the artists: Alexander Arkadievich Litvinov was born on May 18, 1967 in the city of Lubny. He graduated from the Lubensk secondary school № 1. One of his favorite lessons was drawing. I was even more attracted by studies at an art school, where boys and girls were introduced to high art thanks to the wise teachers Vasily Semenyuta, Anatoly Kharchuk, Nikolai Korablev, Tamara Moshnikoviy. Especially in his artistic development, Alexander owes to Vasily Ivanovich Semenyuta, his classical school of teaching, which he enriched in his time through his acquaintance with famous artists Alexei Asaulenko and Petr Likhin. And also an extremely important role in the passion for painting was played by the fact that Alexander's father, Arkady Petrovich Litvinov, was both a talented artist and an excellent teacher. He had 53 years of teaching experience - he taught drawing and drawing at the Lubensk school №8, many of his students connected their professions with artistic creativity. Alexander's elder brother, Oleg Arkadyevich Litvinov, a member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine, now lives in Odessa, also chose the artistic path.

And after leaving school, Alexander served in the army, where his artistic talent came in handy - in Soviet times, visual agitation was highly valued. He served in Dnepropetrovsk, where two personal exhibitions of his paintings were organized. While still at school, Alexander began to design books, in particular, children's literature. He received his first creative fee in the tenth grade from the publishing house "Raduga" for the design of the book by Anatoly Rybakov "Krosh's Vacation". Later she studied at the Odessa Theater and Art School, specializing in "Decoration of puppet shows and artistic and props art."

Studying at the school and passion from childhood with historical and biblical literature greatly influenced the creative manner of the artist. He works in the style of the so-called figurative art, where the main thing is the image of the human body.

Materials used:

oil

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