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Ksenia Zavarzova
Born in the city of Leningrad. In 1997, she entered the Krasnoyarsk Art College named after V.I. Surikov. In 2002, she enrolled in the St. Petersburg ...
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Article: ZKY-20254-398
Size: 130 x 130 cm
This original work, «Possession», was created by contemporary Russian artist Ksenia Zavarzova and is available for purchase online.
The painting «Possession» by Ksenia Zavarzova is a minimalist yet incredibly powerful piece that focuses on the details of the human body and gesture, exploring complex themes of intimacy, control, ownership, and vulnerable closeness.
The composition is extremely simple and focused. We see the back of a nude figure depicted in soft, warm flesh tones. The background is dark, almost black, which sharply contrasts with the smooth, glowing skin, bringing the central gesture to the forefront. This contrast enhances the drama of the scene.
The key element conveying the title of the work is the hands embracing or perhaps gripping the figure’s back. The hands are rendered with striking realism and anatomical accuracy, characteristic of Zavarzova’s style. They do not merely touch—they rest firmly on the shoulder blades and along the spine, creating a sense of possession, protection, or, depending on interpretation, pressure. The wrists are tense, fingers splayed, adding an element of anxiety to the act of embrace.
The painting lacks a face, making the emotions universal and open to interpretation. The bare back symbolizes maximum vulnerability. The question posed by the work is: is this embrace an act of giving or an act of taking? Is “possession” love and care, or an attempt to hold and control?
«Possession» by Ksenia Zavarzova is a masterful exploration of the psychology of touch. The artist, through perfect technique and minimalist narrative, invites the viewer to reflect on the nature of close relationships, the boundaries between two people, and how physical contact can express both the deepest tenderness and hidden desire to dominate.
This painting can be hung on the wall in your apartment, house, office, restaurant, or hotel, and it will become a beautiful decoration for your interior.
You can buy the «Possession» painting online, sized 130 x 130 cm, with secure delivery to the address you specify.
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Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2022
Artwork Type:
Style:
Realism
Technic:
Oil
Support or surface:
Linen canvas
Topic:
Nude nude nature
Size:
Large
Width:
130 cm
Height:
130 cm
Thickness:
4 cm
Framing:
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Born in the city of Leningrad. In 1997, she entered the Krasnoyarsk Art College named after V.I. Surikov. In 2002, she enrolled in the St. Petersburg ...
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