
Peonies on Pink Drapery
Dmitry KrasnovThe still life captivates with the harmony of white‑and‑pink peonies and softly shimmering fabrics. Here, the flower is not merely a motif, but a subtle metaphor for the fleeting nature and generosity of the moment. The viewer’s gaze glides smoothly: from the lush, “whipped” texture of the petals to the strict geometry of the ceramic vase, and then to the elegant folds of the tablecloth. In this way, an ordinary scene transforms into an intimate arrangement full of inner meaning. The palette is built on noble pearlescent and powdery hues, delicately enlivened by rare green accents. These touches prevent the composition from becoming overly sweet, lending it freshness and vitality. This work is a true gift for any collector: it will seamlessly fit into a living space while retaining the museum‑quality composition and execution

Night Bend
Andrei VetrogonskyVetorgonsky’s painting conveys the energy of the metropolis through generalized forms and a striking interplay of light. The rich blue background sets an evening or night‑time mood, while the yellow patches of streetlights accentuate the depth of space and create contrasting light accents. The diagonal composition — formed by the road and light trails — introduces a sense of dynamism, drawing the viewer’s gaze deeper into the picture. The compositional anchor — a road sign in the foreground — balances the movement. Exaggerated perspective and the schematic treatment of details (trees, buildings) produce the “looking‑glass” effect characteristic of the artist’s style. Textured brushstrokes enhance the expressiveness, shifting the focus from documentary precision to the emotional experience of the city’s rhythm.

Storm at the Town Harbor
Unknown ArtistUnknown artist Late 19th century, France The painting depicts a seascape with elements of a coastal town. In the foreground is a restless sea with waves, across which a small boat carrying several human figures is sailing. A little further away, right by the shore, a massive lighthouse rises on a breakwater. The lighthouse serves as the central element of the composition, emphasising the drama of the scene. Behind the lighthouse lies a group of buildings with red roofs, evoking the feeling of a small port town. Among the structures stands out a tall, spire‑like church or tower, lending expressiveness to the architectural ensemble. In the background, the horizon features a ship with sails partially unfurled, adding a sense of dynamism to the scene. The sky is covered with thick clouds, creating a gloomy, slightly uneasy atmosphere. The painting’s colour scheme is predominantly cool: grey, blue, and green hues dominate, punctuated by warm tones from the roofs and the clothing of the people. The waves are rendered with particular expressiveness — the white foamy crests emphasise the power of the elements.

Mechanical Horse on a Golden Field
Alexei YezhovThis painting is a striking example of Alexey Ezhov’s «medieval surrealism», blending elements of fantasy, mechanics, and traditional painting. The canvas depicts a fantastical creature resembling a hybrid of an animal and a mechanical device: its body is smoothly curved, adorned with blue accents, while its head is stylized as a horse’s, featuring a prominent blue «eye» element. Key features of the composition: The creature’s body resembles a ship or a house on legs, complete with details such as a porthole and a hook, emphasizing its mechanistic aesthetic. The legs are designed as wooden supports with red tips, adding stability and a touch of grotesque to the image. The background is filled with circles featuring red centres, resembling stylized coins or discs, creating a sense of movement and rhythm. The golden-yellow background enhances the fairy-tale and irrealistic quality of the scene, contrasting with the white and red hues of the main character. Artistic techniques: The multi-layered glazing technique, characteristic of Ezhov’s style, adds depth to the work. The combination of organic and mechanical forms is the artist’s signature approach, creating the illusion of a parallel world. The rich colour palette, dominated by gold, red, and blue, evokes both festivity and mystery.

The Red
Andrei VetrogonskyThe painting depicts a rainy day in Saint Petersburg. We see the Kazan Cathedral, Nevsky Prospect, and people in motion. The artwork presents a vivid clash of two worlds: monumental architecture and a fragile human mass. At the centre of the composition stands the majestic Kazan Cathedral of Saint Petersburg: its dome with a cross and elongated façades establish an axis of authority and tradition. The recurring motif of umbrellas transforms passers‑by into a rhythmic «score» of colourful patches, creating a lively contrast to the monumentality of the cathedral. The artist deliberately avoids portraiture: figures are reduced to signs. This emphasises both the anonymity of the metropolis and, at the same time, the collective movement that seems to pulse at the foot of the historic monument. An earthy grey palette with accents of red and blue works as a form of drama. Colour here serves not a decorative purpose, but acts as a marker of presence and inner tension: the bright spots of umbrellas and passers‑by’s clothing «bring to life» the austere architectural backdrop. The gestural painting style, with visible brushstrokes and blending, creates a damp atmosphere — perhaps it is a rainy day in St Petersburg — and enhances the effect of sliding perspective, as if the city and its inhabitants are in constant motion.

Evening by the Kazan Cathedral
Munkh BinderyaThis painting depicts one of St. Petersburg's iconic architectural ensembles—a view of the Kazan Cathedral from the bridge over the Griboyedov Canal (formerly the Catherine Canal). The work is executed in a painterly style with pronounced brushstrokes, lending the scene a dynamic and atmospheric feel. 1. Composition The composition is built on the contrast between monumental architecture and the vibrant urban environment. The artist masterfully conveyed the key architectural features of the Kazan Cathedral: the colonnade, domes, and cornices. The contrast between the static architecture and the dynamism of urban life emphasizes the vibrant essence of the city. Reflections in the water add a poetic touch, creating a sense of duality in reality. The choice of perspective (from the bridge, at an angle to the cathedral) allows for multiple planes to be captured and the scale of the ensemble to be conveyed. The painting evokes a feeling of both grandeur and a touch of melancholy: The grandeur is due to the monumentality of the cathedral and the strict symmetry of the colonnade. Melancholy—due to the cool color palette, overcast sky, and reflections in the water, creating a feeling of coolness and pensiveness. A note of everyday life—in the hints of urban life, adding realism and a human touch to the image of the city.

Yellow Peony in a Glass Vase
Dmitry KrasnovThis painting is a classic still life executed in the oil painting technique. At the centre of the composition is an elegant glass vase with decorative metal elements, holding a large yellow peony with expressive petals and dark accents in the centre. The artist skillfully plays with the contrast between the delicacy of the flower and the strict geometry of the vase. The background is rendered in calm lilac tones, which helps to highlight the main subject and creates an atmosphere of tranquillity. The vase sits on a surface covered with fabric featuring a large floral pattern in yellow‑brown hues — this element adds depth and decorativeness to the composition, evoking a sense of homely comfort. The composition is balanced: the flower occupies the upper third of the canvas, while the patterned fabric fills the lower part, forming a harmonious triangle. The colour scheme is warm, dominated by yellow, green, and brown tones, which gives the work a sunny, life‑affirming mood.

Lilies on a Gold Ground
Farida KapshanovaThe painting depicts a lush bouquet of lilies rendered in rich violet‑pink hues. The flower petals are depicted in great detail, with soft colour transitions and expressive veins, which gives them volume and realism. Dew drops are visible on the petals, creating a sense of freshness and morning coolness.The green leaves harmoniously complement the composition, accentuating the vibrancy of the flowers. The background of the painting is executed in a warm golden‑yellow colour, which contrasts beautifully with the cool tones of the lilies and makes the flowers even more striking. The composition is dynamic: the flowers are arranged at different angles, creating a feeling of naturalness, as if the bouquet had just been gathered and placed on the canvas. The painting conveys both sophistication and natural simplicity, evoking associations with a summer garden and the fragrance of fresh flowers.

Night City: Lights and Reflections
Andrei VetrogonskyThis is a night city — not seen through the eyes of a tourist, but experienced as an inner sensation. Warm amber lights shimmer against a backdrop of cool blue shadows, creating the atmosphere of a fleeting moment: humid air, a barely perceptible movement, and a silence filled with life. The buildings and cars here are not objects, but signs. The artist does not draw a map of the city, but conveys its “psychological temperature” — something that cannot be measured, but can be felt. The surface of the canvas lives its own life: pastose brushstrokes create texture, retouches or glazes (scraping‑back effects) reveal hidden layers, and the light appears to be scratched through the paint — this is how shop windows and panes become sources of inner glow. The wet asphalt captures reflections, blurring the shapes without erasing them — on the contrary, it enhances the impression, like a memory that preserves not the details, but the emotions.

Before Entering the Arena
Mikhail SolovyovThe painting depicts two characters associated with the traditional Spanish spectacle of bullfighting: a standing matador in a classic costume (fringed jacket, red sash, white stockings, and tie) — embodying strength, confidence, and readiness for action (with an open posture and forward-facing gaze) — and a seated assistant (a banderillero or backstage participant at the arena) in less formal but vivid attire with decorative elements — symbolizing the behind-the-scenes aspect of bullfighting and the human side of the scene (with a closed posture and downcast eyes). In the background, there is a poster reading «CORRIDA DE TOROS PICASSIANA», featuring an image of a bullfight scene. This element serves as both the colourful and thematic focal point of the composition and is a reference to Pablo Picasso, who frequently explored the theme of bullfighting in his work. The colour scheme of the painting is built on contrast: cool tones (blue, grey) in the matador’s costume convey a sense of composure and discipline, while warm accents (the red sash, details of the seated character’s clothing) add emotion and evoke passion and danger. The vibrant poster (yellow, black, and red) structures the composition and reinforces the bullfighting theme. The painting is executed in a realistic style with elements of genre painting. The artist pays meticulous attention to the depiction of clothing, textures, and lighting, employing loose brushstrokes to bring the scene to life. The generalised background helps to focus the viewer’s attention on the characters.

Quiet Backwater with a Boat
Dmitry KrasnovThis is a lyrical landscape painted in the traditions of the Russian realist school. The artist masterfully captures the transitional state of nature — that brief moment between night and day when the world is still asleep but already filling with light. The landscape is imbued with philosophical contemplation. The boat and the pier may symbolise the journey of life, pauses and reflections. The fog serves as a metaphor for uncertainty, anticipation, and also the beauty of fleeting moments. The overall atmosphere of the painting is peaceful and contemplative, inviting inner reflection. The artist employs subtle glazing and smooth tonal transitions, which lend an airy quality to the work. The brushstrokes vary: they are detailed in the depiction of the boat and reeds, yet more generalised in rendering the fog and the sky. This creates a balance between specificity and the poetic quality of the image. A small boat left at the water’s edge and a modest wooden dock are read as signs of human presence without a person — a theme of waiting, pause, and an inner journey.

In the Studio: Two Nudes
Mikhail SolovyovThis is an intimate genre scene, constructed according to the principles of the classical “atelier” genre. Two nude figures appear frozen in a moment of quiet dialogue: one is shown in a half‑turn, absorbed in introspection, while the other stands upright and confidently, as if asserting the harmony of the body. The warm tones of the skin glow softly against the deep blue background — this contrast does not merely divide the space, but also creates an atmosphere of seclusion, where the body becomes an object not only of gaze, but also of self‑awareness. Every detail here is a sign: the white cloth and sheet serve as a hint at theatricality and the purity of perception; the brass vessels and basin allude to a ritual, evoking both ritual purity and everyday life at the same time. The painting style is lively and immediate: one can see glazes (or retouches), smooth transitions in the modelling, and light that confidently shapes the forms. The canvas breathes with the energy of the studio — without embellishments, without salon‑like sweetness.

Before the Curtain
Dmitry KrasnovThis painting privileges the moment before performance: three ballerinas bent over their pointe shoes, absorbed in a quiet, almost ceremonial preparation. The composition runs on a strong diagonal, translating concentration into structure; lowered faces and restrained gestures keep the narrative anchored in hands, ribbons, and fabric rather than theatrical display. A soft, diffused light models form through nuanced warm–cool transitions, while the whites of tulle and tights become a showcase for finely calibrated translucency and tonal control. Symbolically, the scene speaks to the cost of perfection—the unseen labor behind stage glamour and the delicate balance between the body’s limits and the ideal it pursues. For collectors, the work offers a compelling combination of intimacy and universality: an iconic ballet subject rendered with a polished, gallery-ready finish. Its tasteful palette and recognizable motif make it highly installable in both classic and contemporary settings, with strong appeal for figurative art buyers and institutions seeking culture-adjacent themes without overt narrative excess.

Peter and Paul Fortress in november
Andrei VetrogonskyThe painting depicts a winter cityscape executed in an expressive manner characteristic of Andrei Vetrogonsky’s work. The composition is built on a contrast between the strict geometric forms of the buildings and dynamic, slightly blurred brushstrokes that convey the movement and atmosphere of a cold day. In the foreground, a winding road covered with snow and ice is visible. Broad, energetic brushstrokes create the impression of a slippery, wet surface. On both sides of the road stand bare trees with thin, almost graphic trunks, emphasising the harshness of the winter landscape. At the centre of the composition is a small structure with a triangular roof, resembling a guardhouse or utility building. Its laconic forms contrast with a massive red wall stretching horizontally across the entire picture. The rich red colour of the wall adds warmth to the cold palette of the canvas and serves as a visual anchor for the viewer’s gaze. In the background rises the silhouette of a building with a tall tower or spire, partially obscured by grey clouds and haze. The architectural details are rendered schematically, creating a sense of depth and distance. The colour palette of the painting is restrained: grey, white, and brown tones predominate, enlivened by accents of red and yellow. Broad brushstrokes and a loose painting technique lend the work a special expressiveness and emotional intensity. In the lower right corner, the artist’s signature and date — “V. 2007” — are visible, indicating the year the work was created. The overall atmosphere of the painting simultaneously conveys the calm of a winter day and the hidden dynamism of city life, which is a hallmark of Andrei Vetrogonsky’s works.

Vixen and Cub
Munkh BinderyaThis painterly image of a fox and cub operates less as naturalistic wildlife depiction than as an emotionally charged study of intimacy, protection, and instinct. The artist deliberately suspends the boundary between representation and abstraction: the animals’ faces anchor the composition while the surrounding field dissolves into animated passages of green, ochre, blue, and peach. That tension gives the work its vitality, suggesting both tenderness and alertness in a world that feels constantly in motion. Thick, tactile brushwork, visible revisions, and chromatic fragmentation lend the surface a persuasive contemporary energy and make the painting highly legible at a glance—an asset in both exhibition and private collection settings. From a market perspective, the piece is especially appealing for collectors drawn to modern animal imagery that balances decorative richness with psychological resonance. Symbolically, the fox is handled here not as folklore cliché but as a vehicle for adaptability, intelligence, and maternal vigilance rendered through an expressive, color-driven language.

Still Life with Notebook and Mimosa
Anna SergeyevaIn Anna Sergeeva’s still life, ordinary objects gain the depth of symbolic expression, becoming guardians of memory. The compositional centre is defined by a diagonally placed notebook — it shapes the spatial structure of the canvas and creates a sense of an intimate, personal world, like a fragment of a desk where thoughts are born and recorded. A blank sheet of paper lies on top of the notebook — this is not merely an object, but an artistic gesture: a deliberate pause, the embodiment of the unsaid and the untapped potential waiting to be realised. To the right of these items sits a sprig of mimosa in a glass vase. Its golden blossoms serve as a vivid colour accent, symbolising hope and gentle renewal; they engage in a subtle dialogue with the cool grey‑blue planes, creating a barely perceptible tension within the composition. Sergeeva’s painterly style is marked by virtuoso work with the texture of the canvas and delicate modelling of light. The boundaries of objects are not sharply outlined, but gently emerge from the finest tonal transitions, which gives the image a special atmosphere. This work holds significant value for collectors as a contemporary interpretation of the classical still‑life genre. It stands out for its rare psychological depth and mood — not through decorativeness, but through an insightful contemplation of everyday life. The painting will fit seamlessly both into a private space and into thematic collections dedicated to the themes of memory and everyday existence.

Winter Castle by the River
Dmitry TishkovThe painting depicts a winter landscape. A medieval castle above the water serves as the compositional axis and a metaphor for resilience against the passage of time. Warm ochre tones of the stone and roofs contrast with the cold haze of the sky and the smooth surface of the river, creating a balance between the “domestic” and the heroic. The artist’s soft painterly manner and use of aerial perspective transform the snow into a textured, light‑and‑tactile surface. Figures on the bridge and ice provide a sense of scale and emphasise the winter silence. The work combines decorative appeal with the recognisable romance of the “old world”, making it attractive to collectors of classical European landscape painting.

Portrait in a Fiery Turban
Unknown ArtistThis portrait is painted by a Thai artist. A portrait of a woman defined by the contrast between a calm grey-toned face and a vivid red-orange turban. Clean, simple shapes are paired with subtle splashes and drips, adding a sense of movement. The warm tones of the turban bring strength and character, while the cool background highlights her focused gaze. The piece feels modern, decorative, and expressive without losing its raw, hand-made quality.

Shepherd
Munkh BinderyaThe painting by Munh Binderiyaa features an intriguing portrait of a child dressed in traditional attire. The artist skillfully conveys the innocence and simplicity of childhood through soft textures and a light palette. Broad brushstrokes create a sense of depth and warmth, while vivid red and green accents on the clothing add vibrancy and contrast. Holding a simple staff, the child seems ready to step into the world with an open heart. This work draws attention with its sincerity and craftsmanship, making it a significant contribution to contemporary art.

First star
Sergei NekrasovSergey Nekrasov's 2015 work transports the viewer to a mysterious winter landscape where silence and tranquility blend with vivid hues. The painting depicts snow-covered ground embracing a cozy house and tall trees, evoking a warm and somewhat magical impression. The purples and blues in the sky add depth and mystery, while the delicate brushwork and textures impart a sense of movement. The artist’s technique in using light and dark contrasts demonstrates his skill in conveying the mood and atmosphere of a winter night. This artwork strikes a perfect balance between realism and abstraction, inviting the viewer to immerse in a winter dream full of emotions and fantasies.

March beam
Sergei NekrasovCreated in 2015 by Sergey Nekrasov, 'Harmony of Nature' is a stunning example of contemporary art blending elements of Expressionism and Fauvism. The focal point is a massive rock surrounded by a picturesque landscape that shimmers with rich shades of blue and red. The masterful use of color creates a sense of depth and dynamism, allowing the viewer to experience the majesty and tranquility of the natural setting simultaneously. The contrast between dark and light areas accentuates the texture and complexity of the composition, making it visually captivating. Nekrasov's work is distinguished by its unparalleled play of light and shadow, giving the painting an almost tangible quality that draws the viewer into its world. This piece is not merely a depiction of nature but an invitation to see it through a lens of emotion and feeling.

Attack 2
Sergei NekrasovSergey Nekrasov's 2016 painting invites the viewer into a mesmerizing underwater world where life flows in its unique and somewhat mysterious rhythm. The depiction of large fish swimming through a dense aquatic environment captivates with its rich green and blue tones, giving the scene depth and vibrancy. The artist skillfully uses a combination of sharp and blurred lines to convey movement and dynamism, creating the illusion of observing the world through water. The fish, with their shimmering scales and expressive eyes, appear almost alive, adding a sense of mystery and enthralling the viewer with its vivid expressiveness.

Portrait with Butterflies
Unknown ArtistThis work occupies a compelling space between glamour portraiture and symbolic fantasy. A young woman’s face is presented frontally and at close scale, almost icon-like, while butterflies and blossoms form a decorative halo that elevates a private likeness into a broader allegory of beauty, transformation, and fragility. The most persuasive device is the butterfly covering one eye: it shifts the image away from mere resemblance toward psychological suggestion, invoking metamorphosis, split perception, and the theater of feminine self-fashioning. The smooth handling of the face is set against the flatter, high-chroma ornament around it, creating a tension between realism and stylization that enhances the painting’s market appeal as a visually immediate statement piece. The palette hinges on the contrast of warm orange-reds with cool violets and blues, giving the image strong wall presence and instant readability. For collectors, its value lies in recognizability, decorative force, and a contemporary symbolic vocabulary that remains accessible, emotionally legible, and commercially resilient.

Boy with a horse
Munkh BinderyaThis painting by Munkh Binderyaa depicts a touching scene of friendship between a human and an animal. The girl embraces the white horse, with their closeness highlighted by soft, flowing brushstrokes and a gentle palette. The artist skillfully conveys emotions of joy and serenity on the girl's face, dressed in vibrant, traditional red attire that symbolizes warmth and energy. Light shades of green and blue in the background add freshness and life to the painting. The work is executed in a realistic style, allowing the viewer to feel the atmosphere of the moment. Such art draws attention with its emotional depth and technical mastery.

Winter landscape
Sergei FrolovSergey Frolov's painting depicts a charming winter landscape filled with tranquility and natural beauty. In the foreground, a frozen pond hosts skaters, including both children and adults, enjoying their winter pastime. An old building with picturesque architecture rises against the snow-covered scene, surrounded by bare trees and a windmill, evoking a rural idyll. The sky, adorned with soft clouds, reflects upon the icy surface, adding depth and realism to the piece. The palette of soft pastels—blues, whites, and gentle pinks—creates a sense of peace and harmony.

Night on the Dnieper River. Copy of a painting by Arkhip Kuindzhi
Dmitry TishkovThis painting by Dmitriy Tishkov immerses the viewer in the atmosphere of nighttime silence, creating a sense of solitude and peace. The moon brightly illuminates the sky, breaking through thick clouds, creating a mesmerizing play of light and shadow. Below lies an idyllic rural landscape with houses, their windows glowing warmly, filling the scene with a sense of coziness and tranquility. Dark shades of blue and green blend seamlessly, forming an illusion of depth and space. This work showcases the artist's skill in conveying the nocturnal atmosphere and his ability to imbue the piece with emotion through simple yet expressive details. The style of the painting echoes the traditions of realism, with a touch of romanticism, making it appealing to both classical art lovers and those seeking unique and soulful works for their collection.

Dutch landscape
Sergei FrolovThis work by Sergey Frolov depicts an idyllic waterscape with a hint of romanticism. In the foreground, tranquil river waters host a boat with an individual aboard. The background features a medieval castle surrounded by lush green trees and flowers, imparting a fairytale-like reality to the painting. The castle towers and the stone bridge add architectural interest, while a windmill on the horizon suggests a peaceful rural lifestyle. Bright colors and soft transitions between light and shadow create a calm and soothing atmosphere. This painting invites the viewer into a world of tranquility and natural beauty, showcasing technical prowess in detail and the use of natural tones.

Winter on the Old Rhine
Grigory MuzychenkoGregory Muzychenko’s 2022 painting is a delightful example of realistic landscape art, immersing the viewer in a fairy-tale winter setting. In the foreground stands an ancient castle, surrounded by snow-laden trees and shrubs, evoking a sense of seclusion and tranquility. The golden and warm hues of the castle walls contrast with the cold light of the winter sky, adding depth and visual richness. The icy river in the background, with figures of people and horses, animates the scene with a sense of movement. Fine brushwork and smooth color transitions showcase the artist’s skill, creating a realistic yet magical ambiance. Muzychenko’s works are valued for their technical expertise and romantic interpretation of nature's simplicity.

At the port
Grigory MuzychenkoGrigory Muzychenko’s 2024 painting is a beautiful example of realism, capturing the atmosphere of a sea voyage with precision and artistic sensitivity. At the center are majestic ships with billowing sails, creating a sense of movement and freedom. The soft clouds in the blue sky and warm tones of the shoreline add tranquility and harmony to the piece. The artist skillfully details everything from the intricate ship elements to the texture of the water, making the scene lively and dynamic. Emotionally, the painting evokes a sense of adventure and longing for the unknown, transporting the viewer into the world of maritime exploration.

Angel
Anastasia ShchetkinaAnastasia Shetinina's 2021 painting presents a striking blend of realism and surrealism. The depiction of a nude figure with angelic wings perched on rocks captivates with its detail and texture. The artist masterfully uses light and shadow to highlight the physical and emotional beauty of the figure. The waves crashing against rocks in the background add dynamism and contrast to the peaceful and contemplative demeanor of the angel. The sense of introspection and mystery emanating from the figure prompts viewers to reflect on spirituality and human nature. Shetinina's works are renowned for their technical prowess and deep symbolic undertones, making them appealing to collectors seeking both visual and intellectual value.