Oil painting Summer peace on the river Yuriy Suprunchuk

№AAA4275

The painting "Summer Peace on the River" captures a serene riverside scene, bathed in the warm golden hues of late afternoon light. Executed in oil on cardboard, the artwork conveys a sense of tranquility and quiet solitude, inviting the viewer to immerse themselves in the untouched beauty of nature. At the heart of the composition are two wooden boats, gently resting along the riverbank. Their weathered surfaces suggest they have been there for many years, serving as silent witnesses to the ebb and flow of time. The reflection of the boats in the calm, glassy water creates a mesmerizing play of light and shadow, amplifying the scene’s dreamlike quality. The slight ripples in the water hint at a gentle breeze or the subtle movement of the current. The riverbank is covered in lush, sun-drenched grass and patches of earthy soil, painted in rich shades of ochre, olive, and deep green. The foliage, rendered with expressive brushstrokes, adds texture and movement to the landscape. A narrow wooden dock extends into the water, its slightly skewed planks suggesting age and use. This simple yet inviting structure leads the viewer’s eye toward the still water, enhancing the composition’s depth and perspective. In the background, atop the hill, stands an old thatched-roof house, partially obscured by trees and vegetation. The warm earthy tones of the structure blend harmoniously with the surrounding landscape, evoking a sense of nostalgia and rural charm. The house, though distant, serves as a symbol of human presence—an indication of a simple life closely intertwined with nature. The sky is a blend of soft blues and muted grays, suggesting the shifting moods of the weather. There is a quiet tension in the atmosphere, as if the scene exists in the delicate balance between day and night, sun and storm. The gentle diffusion of light across the canvas creates a hazy, almost ethereal quality, further enhancing the painting’s peaceful mood. The artist’s brushwork is both delicate and expressive, capturing the textures of wood, water, and foliage with a painterly elegance. The contrast between the warm golden tones of the land and the cooler shades of the water and sky provides a harmonious balance, reinforcing the composition’s soothing effect.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Summer peace on the river"
* ARTISTS: Yuriy Suprunchuk
* SIZE: 20x30 cm/'7.87x11.81 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, cardboard
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

About the artist: Zhitomir artist Suprunchuk Yuri Sergeevich Born on April 11, 1961, in the city of Zhitomir. Graduated from the Zheleznogorsk Art School, R. (1982). Teachers in the specialty: V. Chukuev, E. Nikulin. Painter. Member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine (2002). Major works: "Near the house" (2005), "Winter on the outskirts of Zhitomir" (2006), "Autumn still life" (2004). Lived and worked in the city of Zhitomir.