Oil painting A quiet village corner Yuriy Suprunchuk

№AAA5679

The Oil painting Cardboard titled “A quiet village corner” captures the essence of rural simplicity and the beauty of everyday life, offering viewers an intimate glimpse into a scene where nature and human presence exist in harmony. The composition is anchored by a cluster of traditional village houses, their sloping wooden roofs painted in warm earthy tones of orange, red, and brown. These rustic homes, modest in size yet rich in character, suggest a long history of enduring the passage of seasons, embodying a timeless connection to the land. Behind them, a lush backdrop of trees and distant hills creates a natural barrier, surrounding the village in a protective embrace, while the varying shades of green blend with hints of purple and blue, adding depth and vibrancy to the landscape. In the heart of the scene lies a large haystack, its golden-brown mass towering as a symbol of agricultural labor and sustenance. Painted with broad, textured strokes, the haystack dominates the right side of the canvas, contrasting beautifully with the bright greenery around it. Nearby, a woman dressed in dark attire walks gracefully across the yard, carrying buckets that hint at her daily chores. Her presence adds a personal narrative to the scene, grounding the landscape in the lived reality of rural life. She moves with quiet determination, embodying the rhythm and resilience of those who live close to nature. The foreground is defined by a winding dirt path, softened by earthy tones of brown and beige, its uneven course leading the viewer’s eye deeper into the painting. Puddles and patches of reflected light suggest recent rain, adding a freshness to the air and enriching the greens of the surrounding grass. The path, humble yet essential, symbolizes both connection and continuity, guiding villagers from one corner of life to another. Small wooden fences, painted with delicate lines, stretch across the composition, marking boundaries yet blending seamlessly with the natural flow of the land. Adding to the sense of life and motion, a pair of cows graze near the center, their black-and-white patterns painted with quick, confident strokes that contrast with the surrounding greenery. They stand as peaceful witnesses to the quiet routine of the day, reinforcing the pastoral calm. Scattered chickens complete the rural tableau, their small forms animated with dabs of white, enriching the authenticity of the scene.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "A quiet village corner"
* ARTISTS: Yuriy Suprunchuk
* SIZE: 30x40 cm/11.81x15.74 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, cardboard
* 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: 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.