Oil painting The silence of the village yard Fedor Konev

№AAA5189

The oil painting on Canvas titled "The silence of the village yard" is a vivid celebration of rural tranquility, infused with the golden breath of a warm day and the nostalgic charm of simpler times. Rendered with a deep affection for detail and atmosphere, this piece opens a quiet window into a peaceful village life where time seems to pause, letting nature and memory linger together in harmony. At the heart of the composition stands a modest countryside house, painted in soft whites and cool blues, its walls aged yet welcoming. The structure exudes authenticity—its wooden shutters slightly ajar, the pitched roof partly shaded by trees, and its form softened by the embrace of afternoon light. This is not just a house, but a home—quiet and content, its personality shaped by years of lived stories, seasons, and routines. Surrounding the home, the yard comes to life in a delicate play of sunlight and shadow. Rays of sunlight filter through tall trees, scattering dappled patterns across the grass and illuminating the vibrant sunflowers blooming by the house. These bright yellow flowers stand in joyful defiance of time, radiating warmth, innocence, and life. Their orientation toward the light mirrors the artist’s own attention to the transformative power of sun and shadow. A weathered green motorcycle, tucked under the protection of a tall tree, adds a subtle narrative layer. It suggests movement and stillness at once—the presence of someone who has momentarily stepped away, perhaps to rest indoors or tend to the garden. The motorcycle, slightly tilted, resting against the trunk, adds a human presence to an otherwise untouched natural setting, hinting at stories beyond the frame. In the foreground, the grass is thick and richly textured with a lush, summery green. Soft brushstrokes convey the softness of the earth, and the scattered stones and uneven patches of lawn evoke a sense of reality, where nature is allowed to grow freely. This is not a curated garden, but a living, breathing yard—imperfect and beautiful in its authenticity.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "The silence of the village yard"
* ARTISTS: Konev Fedor Stepanovich
* SIZE: 80.3x67 cm/'31.49x31.61 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: we tried to convey the maximum information with the help of photos about this product

About the artist: Born on February 28, 1961, in the village of Kuntsevo, Poltava region. Graduated from the Kharkov Art and Industry Institute (1985). Teachers in the specialty: S. Besedin. Worked in the field of painting, graphics. Created etchings, picturesque landscapes, portraits, still lifes. The color scheme of the author's paintings is noted for delicate shades, skillful use of light and color. Member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine (1990). Worked as a designer at the Dnepropetrovsk Art Combine (1987-1997). Engaged in creative work. Participated in exhibitions: republican and international (since 1986). Personal exhibitions - in Dnepropetrovsk (1990, 2011), Komiža (2005), Zadar (2005-2006; Croatia). Main works: "Memory 1941-1945" (1988), "Where Are We From?" (1990), "Seventy-Three" (1992), "Moonlit Night" (1998), "Factories" (2000); graphic works - "Olga" (1984), "Old Age" (1985), "Morning", "Day", "Evening" (1987), "Autumn Has Come" (1988), "Wind" (1989), "Flower" (1990); painting — “Time” (1992), “Summer Dream” (1993), “Flood” (1994), “Our Lady of Vyshgorod” (1995), “Spring Bouquet” (1996), “Twilight”, “Early Spring” (1997), “Savior”, “Hunting Trophies” (1998), “Morning Breeze” (1999), “Still Life”, “Temple on Monastery Island” (2000), “Kiev-Pechersk Lavra” (2002), “Conversation with Renoir”, “Flowing” (2003), “Children by the Water”, “Wave” (2006), “Daisies” (2007), “Tulips”, “Female Portrait”, “Autumn” (2008), “Yellow Irises” (2009), "Cloud", "Temple of St. Nicholas" (2010), "Road in the Rye", "Still Life with a Book", "Still Life with a Candle", "White Peonies" (2011). Lives and works in the city of Dnepr (former Dnepropetrovsk).