Oil painting Mardarines and a candle Pereta...

Updated September 25, 2026

Lot number	17
Estimate	770.00 - 1,100.00 USD
Category	Fine Art & Prints
Auction	Still life paintings
Date	October 15, 2026 at 10:09 AM EDT
Auction house	NoFrame Gallery
Location	London

Vyacheslav. ?Tep 155 The oil painting on canvas titled "Mandarines and a Candle" captures a moment of warmth and stillness through a masterful interplay of light, color, and texture. In this intimate still life, three vibrant mandarins are arranged around a single lit candle, creating a composition that feels both peaceful and evocative, as if it were a quiet evening scene filled with gentle contemplation. The glowing candle is the luminous heart of the piece. Its tall flame flickers softly, radiating light that dances across the nearby surfaces. The artist skillfully renders the candle’s translucent wax, capturing subtle color shifts from warm amber to hints of lavender and ivory, shaped by the surrounding shadows and reflections. The flame itself is painted with fluid, expressive strokes, suggesting motion and vitality against the dark background. This bright focal point immediately draws the viewer’s attention and sets the tone for the entire painting. Encircling the candle are the mandarins—round, plump, and richly colored. Their deep orange tones are brought to life by the candle’s glow, with highlights reflecting off their glossy skins and small imperfections revealing their natural texture. Each mandarin is subtly different, suggesting individuality and organic imperfection. The light casts soft shadows behind them, enhancing their three-dimensional form and anchoring them to the tabletop. The backdrop of the composition is dark, almost velvety black, creating a striking contrast that makes the candlelight and fruit appear even more vivid. The darkness isn't empty; it’s dense and textured, painted with depth that hints at mystery or the quiet of night. This contrast creates a dramatic chiaroscuro effect reminiscent of classical still life paintings from the Baroque period, yet the handling of the brushwork and color gives the painting a distinctly contemporary freshness. The surface of the table beneath the objects reflects a gentle sheen, subtly echoing the light from the flame and integrating the elements into a cohesive space. The artist’s brushstrokes are visible and deliberate, adding a tactile quality to the work that invites the viewer to appreciate the painterly process. The balance of composition, with the candle slightly off-center and the fruits arranged loosely around it, avoids rigidity and emphasizes a sense of natural simplicity. *** ABOUT THIS PAINTING *** * TITLE: "Mardarines and a candle" * ARTISTS: Pereta Vyacheslav * SIZE: 20?25 cm/7.87x9.84 inches' * MEDIUM: oil, canvas * HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection * CONDITION: we tried to convey the maximum information with the help of photos about this product About the artist: I, Pereta Vyacheslav Nikolaevich, was born on March 30, 1977 in the city of Dubno, Rivne region. From early childhood I spent many hours drawing, which prompted my parents to enroll me in an art school. Over the years, my passion grew into an internal need, and I began to think abou

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