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The Old Man on the Ball. Strange (2024) Sculpture by Victor Molev
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Sculpture,
Oil
/
Acrylic
on Canvas
- Dimensions Height 10.8in, Width 6.9in / 0.20 kg
- Artwork's condition The artwork is in very good condition
- Framing This artwork is not framed
- Fit for outdoor? No, This artwork can not be displayed outdoor
- Categories Sculptures under $1,000 Surrealism
Victor Molev, a Canadian artist known for his unusual and deeply symbolic works, brings us “Strange Grandfather on a Ball” - a painting that makes us think about the balance between reality and absurdity.
In this picture, in an infinite space where the chess field symbolizes the game of life, there is a strange creature. This gloomy and at the same time comical creature is dressed in a tailcoat and tall hat, which gives him the appearance of an aristocrat from another era. A thick beard, a red nose and large birdlike legs make his figure absurd and unforgettable.
The static pose of the old man can symbolize stability in chaos, or the vulnerability of human existence with uncertainty and the search for meaning in life.
Molev's painting is not only a visual work, but also a philosophical treatise that invites the viewer to think about their place in the world. “Grandfather on the ball. Strange." is a bridge between past and present, between tradition and innovation, between seriousness and humor. This work of art is a reflection of man’s eternal struggle with himself and the world around him.
Victor Molev is a contemporary award-winning Canadian artist. He is working in the styles of Decorative Realism, Fantasy, Symbolism and Surrealism. In the mid-1970s, as an aspiring young artist, he took drawing and painting lessons under the apprenticeship of Moscow sculptor Tatyana Vishnyakova. But it wasn’t until his early twenties that Molev became familiar with the works of Salvador Dali, Max Ernst, Rene Magritte, M.C. Escher and Frank Frazetta through books and magazines. Molev was incredibly inspired by these artists which became like mentors to him.
After receiving an education in architecture, the artist worked in the field for ten years. He then worked as a set designer at the Pushkin Opera and Ballet Theater. Both of these jobs are still reflected in the creative processes of the artist. He has created his own unique and intuitive world of dreams and absurdity. His works are sincerely naive and kind.
Victor Molev was born in 1955, in Gorky, Russia. His works were exhibited all over the world, including the Art Museum of Saint-Frajou, France. Molev has also participated in numerous international competitions of humorous drawing, and won numerous silver and bronze medals.
- Nationality: CANADA
- Date of birth : 1955
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- Groups: Contemporary Canadian Artists