The painting titled "Deep Autumn", created in oil on cardboard, captures the rich, serene beauty of a late autumn day. The scene is dominated by golden hues and the deep, reflective blues of a narrow stream. The artist employs warm, earthy tones to bring out the richness of the season, portraying nature as both vibrant and tranquil as it transitions into winter.In the foreground, the stream cuts through the landscape, its still waters mirroring the trees and sky above. This reflection creates a sense of harmony and depth, drawing the viewer into the scene. The blues of the stream contrast with the warm yellows and browns of the surrounding terrain, emphasizing the crispness of the water and the seasonal change.The trees, with their slender, slightly twisted trunks, rise gracefully from the bank. Their bare or sparsely adorned branches suggest that most leaves have already fallen, leaving the trees to stand as silent witnesses to the season’s transformation. The soft pink and orange tones of the sky in the background hint at either sunrise or sunset, adding a touch of nostalgia and calmness to the painting.The grassy areas are rendered with a variety of yellows, ochres, and greens, suggesting that while autumn is waning, traces of life and warmth remain. The textured brushstrokes give the landscape a tactile quality, as if the viewer could feel the dry grass or the cool water.The background fades into darker tones, with silhouettes of more trees and shrubs creating a sense of distance and quiet seclusion. The muted colors of the background further enhance the focus on the central elements, allowing the viewer’s attention to linger on the interplay of light and shadow across the stream and trees.Through this work, the artist seeks to convey the essence of deep autumn: a time of reflection, stillness, and the poignant beauty of change. The painting invites the viewer to pause and appreciate the fleeting yet timeless moments of nature, serving as a reminder of the cycles of life and the quiet grace that comes with the end of a season.
*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING *** * TITLE: "Deep autumn" * ARTISTS: Valentina Simashchuk * SIZE: 37x42 cm/'14.56x16.53 inches' * MEDIUM: oil, cardboard * HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection * CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.
