Painting "Dog"

Painting, 2020 

Oksana Mykolaivna Mas – Ukrainian artist, 2020

Original artwork

Painting 60 x 55 cm, frame 80 x 64 cm

Dog with an egg

Dog with an Egg

The work is executed on a base using artistic paints in a decorative-authorial technique. The composition is resolved in the style of contemporary art with elements of minimalism and symbolism.

The contrasting color plane and laconic form create an expressive visual image, characteristic of the artist's unique style.

At the center of the composition is a stylized silhouette of a dog, rendered in a bright color against a dark background. Nearby is a symbolic element – an egg, which traditionally embodies life, rebirth, and a new beginning. The combination of these images creates a profound metaphorical meaning, leaving room for individual interpretation by the viewer.

The painting is distinguished by its contemporary formal plasticity, bold color scheme, and conceptual approach. The work combines simplicity of visual language with the depth of symbolism, a characteristic feature of current art.

This artwork is an original work by the artist, executed in her characteristic authorial manner and adheres to the aesthetic principles of contemporary art; it possesses artistic, museum, and collection value.