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Oleksandr Khrapachov"Evening. Odessa"2025
2025
$1,800
£1,379.93
€1,579.03
CA$2,543.81
A$2,765.02
CHF 1,480.16
MX$33,422.63
NOK 18,652.87
SEK 17,202.79
DKK 11,792.80
About the Item
“Evening. Odessa”
Oil on canvas
Living element: when the sea tells its story
Alexander Khrapachov gives us a rare gift—the opportunity to see the Black Sea at its most expressive. This 2025 work, created outdoors on the Odessa coast, captures the living energy of the sea at that magical time when day slowly turns into evening and nature takes on a special intensity.
Before us is the sea in all its pristine beauty. Not quiet, not indifferent, but real, alive, breathing with waves. They rhythmically envelop the rocky coast, leaving on the stones that special moist shell that glitters in the evening light. And here it is — the magic of the moment: the warm summer wind slowly dries the water, creating a thin line between water and air, between sea and land, between the elements and calm.
The authenticity of plein air painting: This work was not created in the comfort of a studio, but here and now – in the open air, on the shore, where the artist directly felt the breath of the sea, heard its voice, saw the play of light on the water and rocks. Plein air painting always has that special quality of presence – the viewer does not just look at the painting, but feels as if they are standing next to the artist, feeling the same thing he felt at the moment of creation.
Khrapachov skillfully combines academic precision in conveying form and space with impressionistic freedom in working with light and atmosphere. Each brushstroke carries the energy of vivid observation—this is not a reconstruction, but a genuine conversation with the sea.
### Why is this painting special?
The energy of the elements. Unlike calm marine paintings, this work conveys the sea in motion, in action. The waves here are not a decorative element, but a living force that shapes the coastline, dictates the rhythm, and creates the music of nature. This is a sea that can be heard.
The play of textures. The artist skillfully conveys the contrast between moving water and static stones, between a wet surface and evaporation, between the coolness of the sea and the warmth of summer. This tactility makes the painting particularly vivid—the viewer does not just see, but feels.
The uniqueness of light. Evening lighting is the most difficult and interesting for an artist. This is the time when the sun is no longer daytime, but not yet evening, when the light acquires a special density and saturation. Khrapachov captures this very moment when everything around seems more expressive, more real.
The character of Odessa. This is not an abstract sea – it is the Odessa coast with its characteristic rocky shore, special water quality, and unique atmosphere. For those who love Odessa, this painting is a piece of the city in your home. For those who have not yet been there, it is an invitation to discover this beauty for yourself.
Plein air value. Works created from life have special artistic value. They preserve the authenticity of the moment, the energy of the place, and the living contact between the artist and nature. This is not a studio interpretation, but an eyewitness account.
### Interior power
The 50×70 cm format makes this work ideal for a variety of spaces. It is large enough to become an accent in the interior, but not too massive to overload the room. The dynamics of the waves add energy to calm spaces, the blue-gray tones of the sea blend nobly with any interior design, and the overall atmosphere creates a feeling of space and freedom.
This is a painting for the living room, where it will become the center of attention and conversation, for the study, where it will inspire with its broad horizons, for the bedroom, where it will soothe with the rhythmic movement of the waves.
### Who is this painting for?
- For lovers of the sea in its authenticity—not romanticized, but alive
- For fans of Odessa—as a piece of their favorite city
- For collectors of plein air painting—an authentic work from life from 2025
- For connoisseurs of energetic compositions – the sea here does not sleep, it lives
- For those looking for dynamics in their interior – a work that adds movement
- As a gift for a sailor or traveler – for those who understand the language of the sea
Technical mastery
Oil on canvas is a classic technique that allows the artist to convey the most complex nuances of water, light, and atmosphere. Khrapachov uses it with skill acquired through years of practice—from academic precision to impressionistic freedom. Each brushstroke contributes to the overall atmosphere, creating an effect of presence.
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“Evening. Odessa” is not just a picture of the sea. It is an invitation to witness the moment when nature is especially generous with its beauty. When the waves tell their stories to the stones, when moisture evaporates in the warm air, when summer reaches its fullest expression.
This is a work for those who love the sea not as a postcard, but as an element. For those who understand that true beauty is not in calmness, but in movement, not in statics, but in life. For those who seek in art not just decoration, but energy, not just images, but experiences.
Every glance at this canvas is a moment on the shore, when the wind blows your hair and sea drops touch your face. It is a memory of summer, of Odessa, of how the sea breathes and lives. It is your personal window to the coast, which is always close by—on the wall of your home.
Oleksandr Khrapachov (born 1981) is a contemporary Ukrainian artist and master of plein air painting. He has participated in numerous art projects and exhibitions. He specializes in landscapes created directly from nature, which gives his works a special authenticity and emotional power. He combines the academic school with an impressionistic sense of light and atmosphere. He pays particular attention to maritime themes and the states of nature.
- Creator:Oleksandr Khrapachov
- Creation Year:2025
- Dimensions:Height: 19.69 in (50 cm)Width: 27.56 in (70 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Edinburgh, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1987217235792
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