Oil painting Vitya with Cupid Litvinov Oleg Arkad'yevich

An Intimate Portrayal of Innocence: "Vitya with Cupid" by Oleg Arkad'yevich Litvinov

Titled "Vitya with Cupid," this enchanting oil painting by Oleg Arkad'yevich Litvinov depicts a tender moment captured in time. With dimensions of 30.5x40 cm (12.00x15.74 inches) and crafted with oil on cardboard, this artwork portrays Litvinov's mastery in capturing the nuances of human emotion. "Vitya with Cupid" stands as a testament to Litvinov's skillful brushwork and his ability to convey warmth and affection through his art. As an original oil summer landscape from our collection, it serves as a cherished piece that adds depth and emotion to any space it inhabits. Let's delve into the world of oil painting "Vitya with Cupid" and explore the creative journey of its creator, Oleg Arkad'yevich Litvinov. There are other genres of painting in our catalog.

About the Artwork

• Title: "Vitya with Cupid"
• Artist: Oleg Arkad'yevich Litvinov
• Dimensions: 30.5x40 cm (12.00x15.74 inches)
• Medium: Oil on cardboard
• Authenticity: Hand-painted, original artwork from our collection
• Condition: Detailed through photographs for prospective collectors

About the Artist

Born on August 27, 1957, in the city of Lubny, Poltava region. Graduated from the Odessa Theater and Art School (1982). Teachers in the specialty: S. Zaitsev, V. Merkalov, M. Vylkun. He worked in the field of painting, graphics. The main industries are easel painting, easel and book graphics. Author of multi-figure paintings on historical, religious and mythological themes, illustrations for books. Member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine (1989). Collaborated with publishing houses: "Mayak" (Odessa, late 1980s), "Raduga" (1982-1991), "Dnepr" (1982-2000), "School" (2006-2010; Kiev). Creative work. Participated in exhibitions: city, republican, foreign (since 1982). Personal exhibitions - in Odessa (1982, 1992, 1997-1998, 2002, 2004, 2010), Munich (1995), Kiev (2000), Moscow (2002-2003). Major works: illustrations for books - "Children of Captain Grant" (1981), "English folk ballads" (1983), "Pan Tadeusz" (1983), "Those who were shipwrecked" (1986); The Triumph of St. George (1989); series of easel illustrations - for the collection "English folk ballads" (1983), the Bible (2008-2014), the story "Taras Bulba" (2012), the poem "The Divine Comedy" (2014); series - "Landscapes" (2014); illustrations for books - "Pan Tadeusz" (K., 1983), "Shipwrecked" (A., 1986), "Terrible revenge", "The Hound of the Baskervilles" (2006); The Lost World (2008), The Odyssey of Captain Blood, Tales of the Nations, The Defense of Bushey (2010); painting - "Triumph of St. George" (1989), "Perseus and Andromeda" (1996), "Susanna and the Elders", "Calvary" (1997), "Triumph of Galatea" (1998), "Christ before Pilate", "St. George "," Glory "," The Emperor "," Nymph and the Unicorn "(1999)," Venus and Mars "(2000)," Bacchus and the Amazon "(2001)," The Abduction of Europa "," Ivan Bohun under Bar "," Sirens attracting "," Calisto "(2002)," Neptune ", triptych -" Diana and Actaeon "," Sphinx "(2003)," Atonement "(2004)," B. Khmelnitsky "(2006)," Triumph of Venice "(2008)," Venus of the XX century ", triptych -" Revelations of John the Theologian "(2010)," The Last Supper "," Perseus and Andromeda "(2012)," Archangel Michael "( 2014). Some works are kept in the Odessa Literary Museum, V. Ryabov Gallery (Moscow). Lived and worked in the city of Odessa.

A Tapestry of Symbolism

Litvinov's work is rich in symbolism, with Cupid often symbolizing love's arbitrary and capricious nature. By placing a young boy in close proximity to such a potent symbol, the artist may be suggesting the innocence of love or its early stirrings in the human heart. The interaction between the two figures, set against a possibly implied natural backdrop, underscores the universality and timelessness of these themes.

A Reflection on Love's Innocence

Oil painting "Vitya with Cupid" is more than a mere depiction of figures; it is a meditation on the purity of love, untainted by the complexities that adulthood often brings. Through this painting, Litvinov celebrates the innocence of childhood and its open-hearted embrace of love, as symbolized by Cupid's presence.

A Captivating Blend of Real and Ideal

Oleg Arkad'yevich Litvinov's oil painting "Vitya with Cupid" stands out as a compelling testament to the artist's ability to weave together the threads of reality and myth into a cohesive and thought-provoking narrative. Through this painting, Litvinov invites viewers to reflect on the themes of love, innocence, and the enduring influence of mythology in our understanding of human emotions. "Vitya with Cupid" is a profound addition to Litvinov's celebrated body of work, encapsulating the beauty and complexity of human experience.