Who are these long-limbed figures? Where are they going? This decorative, intricate piece by Timur D'Vatz is painted in the artist's distinctive signature style, which nods to early Byzantine and medieval art. 'Falconers' presents to us a scene of three figures and two falcons - perhaps they are on a journey of self discovery?
- Media: oil on canvas
- Dimensions: 122 x 81cm
- Price: SOLD
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Timur D'Vatz is renowned for his large scale oil compositions which take inspiration from early Byzantine art, mythology, and medieval tapestries. Although his works look as though they're from another time, there are often modern twists within D'Vatz's compositions which make them totally unique. The depictions of printed fabrics and wallpapers within his oeuvre establish a contemporary tone - the various decorative patterns compete harmoniously on the surface, encouraging us to look closer. 'Falconers' is no exception to this - we can see a range of modern prints and patterns which create optical illusions and textures - if we look closer we can see an image of a tiger and a figure cycling; perhaps subtle nods to contemporary life. Long limbed figures generate a sense of flow and movement within this piece, whilst a warm colour palette of burgundy, teal, and mustard generate a historic, aged appearance, reminiscent of a Williams Morris wallpaper. “I believe that an artist will always find rejuvenation in the eternal youth of the ancients; in core ideas that do not lose meaning as time passes, but rather gain new significance with each historical transition” Each figure emerges subtly amongst these hectic prints, all with distinctively similar elongated faces, perhaps a nod to medieval styles of painting. This piece, like all good art, is imbued with mystery, leaving us with many questions - who are these figures, and where are they going? D’Vatz's works look like historical artefacts; they have a delicate fragility to them that makes them look as though they belong within historic and religious frameworks, to be admired at arms length. His attention to detail is evident within the intricacy of his patterns, which take inspiration from ancient legends and symbols, re-contextualised within a contemporary setting to create his own mythology of sorts. D'Vatz is an undoubtedly esteemed artist whose works reflect his ample experience as a painter; any piece from his collection would make an exciting addition to any contemporary art collection, space, or home.
Timur D'Vatz is renowned for his large scale oil compositions which take inspiration from early Byzantine art, mythology, and medieval tapestries. Although his works look as though they're from another time, there's often modern twists within D'Vatz's works which make them distinctive. The depictions of printed fabrics and wallpapers within his oeuvre establish a contemporary tone - the various decorative patterns compete harmoniously on the surface, encouraging us to look closer. D’Vatz works look like historical artefacts - they have a delicate fragility to them that makes them look as though belong within historic and religious frameworks, to be admired at arms length. D'Vatz takes inspiration from ancient legends and symbols, re-contextualising them in a contemporary setting to create his own mythology of sorts. Boasting awards such as the BP Portrait Award and with major collections in the Middle East, Europe, and the US, D'Vatz is an esteemed artist whose works would make a valuable investment and addition to any contemporary art collection, space, or even home.