Description

A quiet, abstract vision of Istanbul emerges through layered tones of soft blue, stone, and muted light. In the distance, a minaret emerges through the soft haze, anchoring the composition in Istanbul’s recognizable skyline. Two female silhouettes appear within the composition — not as portraits, but as symbols of presence, suspended between movement and stillness.

This painting interprets the city through abstraction rather than detail. Forms are simplified into blocks of light and shadow, allowing texture to speak as strongly as color. A restrained palette of cool greys and pale blues creates calm balance, while subtle warm accents add depth and life.

Painted in rich oil layers on hardboard, the surface carries visible texture and structural character. The square format enhances compositional harmony and makes the artwork suitable for contemporary interiors.

This is a commissioned original artwork created in 2025.

Title: Silent Morning in Istanbul

Rarity: One of a kind, original artwork (commissioned piece)

Size: 11.8 × 11.8 inches (30 × 30 cm)

Materials: Professional oil paints on hardboard (MDF panel)

Technique: Expressive textured brushwork, palette knife

Ready to Hang: No

Frame: Unframed

Year: 2025

Artist: Viktoriia Slavinska

Signature: Signed by the artist on both front and back sides

Authenticity: Certificate of authenticity included