Follower of Boris Alexeyevich Semyonov, Equestrian Monument in the Mist, Oil on Canvas

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This evocative cityscape, signed “K. 1995,” portrays an equestrian monument silhouetted against a softly diffused urban backdrop, its neoclassical architecture … Read more This evocative cityscape, signed “K. 1995,” portrays an equestrian monument silhouetted against a softly diffused urban backdrop, its neoclassical architecture dissolving into atmospheric mist. The artist’s restrained palette of greys, umbers, and ochres conveys a tone of quiet reflection, while the wet pavement mirrors the statue and figures below, enhancing the painting’s lyrical depth. Subtle brushwork and tonal balance reveal a sensitivity to light and atmosphere reminiscent of late Soviet and post-Soviet Lyrical Realism , where mood and poetic resonance replaced rigid representation. Similar in spirit to the works of Boris Alexeyevich Semyonov, the painting captures the emotional stillness of a rain-soaked square, suggesting introspection and timeless dignity within the modern city. The work’s composition—anchored by the monument and softened by vaporous tones—achieves both structure and dreamlike serenity, making it an ideal focal piece for a refined interior. Artist Artist unknown, signed “K. 1995.” Artist Details Although the author remains unidentified, the painting’s treatment of light, atmosphere, and monumental form reflects a continuation of the Soviet Lyrical Realist tradition prominent in the latter half of the 20th century. The label from “NovoArt Cuadros Marcos” indicates Spanish framing provenance, suggesting the piece was later housed or sold in Barcelona, while the artistic language reveals influences from Russian and Eastern European schools devoted to poetic realism in urban settings. Movements Soviet Lyrical Realism Artist Influenced by Influenced by Boris Alexeyevich Semyonov and the Lyrical Realist movement that emerged from the post-war Soviet school of atmospheric urban painting. Frame Condition Presented in a decorative bronze-toned embossed frame with floral relief detailing and minor natural patina, complementing the subdued palette of the composition. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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