The Tower of Babylon on the Island of Happiness, 2023
Alexey Ezhev's 2023 painting depicts the Tower of Babel in a style reminiscent of magic realism. The artwork is rich in detail, emphasizing the technological and human efforts invested in constructing the famous tower. In the foreground, workers and architects are shown engaged in their tasks, creating an atmosphere of vitality and movement. The vivid, saturated colors and soft transitions highlight the grandeur and monumentality of the structure, contrasting with the soft blue sky and tranquil sea, adding a sense of harmony and balance. The painting evokes a sense of history while remaining relevant through the artist's modern approach.
Alexei Yezhov
One of the most popular and interesting artists of St. Petersburg, whose works represent a unique combination of surrealistic techniques and the traditions of Dutch masters. His paintings can be characterized as medieval surrealism, featuring people in medieval costumes reminiscent of characters from Bosch's paintings, as well as strange semi-mechanical fish and animals. His works also frequently feature mechanisms such as sails, wooden wheels, and other medieval devices. Alexei Yezhov employs glazing and multilayer painting techniques, which give his works depth and volume. He creates his own unique world where the medieval and the fantastic intertwine in unusual and captivating compositions.