View of the City From the Thames
Author: Kozhin Simon

canvas/oil 70cm x 200cm 2007
The artwork is framed
For painting a picture, I made a few full-scale etudes of night London. I hope that the audience looking at my picture will feel the energy of the night city. This red sky only happens in big cities at night. A wide brush and a free brush stroke make it possible to convey the impression of night life.
This artwork presents a striking panoramic cityscape, capturing the essence of an urban night scene. The skyline is vividly illuminated against a dramatic, deep red sky, evoking a sense of energy and vibrancy. Prominent buildings are highlighted with glowing tones of blue and green, creating a dynamic contrast with the surrounding darkness. The city lights artfully dance upon the water below, mirrored reflections enhancing the sense of depth and movement. The meticulous attention to detail in the depiction of the architecture and the reflective surface of the water showcases the artists skilled technique and perception. This piece successfully portrays the bustling vitality of urban life, while the harmonious play of colors and reflections provides a captivating visual experience. The elongated format of the canvas furthers the sense of continuity and immersion, inviting viewers to linger and explore the illuminated wonders of this nocturnal landscape.
Provenance:
2007 - 2016 Private collection.
Exhibition:
2019 Exhibition at the international conference Skolkovo LegalTech. Black Edition. Business center in Skolkovo. (Moscow)
Publication:
Çëàòîâåðõîâíèêîâà Î.Í. Ñåì¸í Êîæèí. – Ì.: Ïðèíò ëþêñ, 2007. – 120 ñ. Page 20
Çëàòîâåðõîâíèêîâà Î.Í. Ñåì¸í Êîæèí. – Ì.: Áåëûé ãîðîä, 2009. – 64 ñ. – (Ìàñòåðà æèâîïèñè. Ðóññêèå õóäîæíèêè). ISBN: 9785779317184 Page 13
This artwork presents a striking panoramic cityscape, capturing the essence of an urban night scene. The skyline is vividly illuminated against a dramatic, deep red sky, evoking a sense of energy and vibrancy. Prominent buildings are highlighted with glowing tones of blue and green, creating a dynamic contrast with the surrounding darkness. The city lights artfully dance upon the water below, mirrored reflections enhancing the sense of depth and movement. The meticulous attention to detail in the depiction of the architecture and the reflective surface of the water showcases the artists skilled technique and perception. This piece successfully portrays the bustling vitality of urban life, while the harmonious play of colors and reflections provides a captivating visual experience. The elongated format of the canvas furthers the sense of continuity and immersion, inviting viewers to linger and explore the illuminated wonders of this nocturnal landscape.
Provenance:
2007 - 2016 Private collection.
Exhibition:
2019 Exhibition at the international conference Skolkovo LegalTech. Black Edition. Business center in Skolkovo. (Moscow)
Publication:
Çëàòîâåðõîâíèêîâà Î.Í. Ñåì¸í Êîæèí. – Ì.: Ïðèíò ëþêñ, 2007. – 120 ñ. Page 20
Çëàòîâåðõîâíèêîâà Î.Í. Ñåì¸í Êîæèí. – Ì.: Áåëûé ãîðîä, 2009. – 64 ñ. – (Ìàñòåðà æèâîïèñè. Ðóññêèå õóäîæíèêè). ISBN: 9785779317184 Page 13










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