Mykola Trehub

Mykola Trehub (1943-1984) was a Ukrainian avant-garde artist and a key figure in Kyiv’s underground art scene of the 1970s. He worked in the fields of easel painting, graphics, installation, and conceptual objects. 

At the core of the artist’s philosophy — was the contemplation of human existence in the context of complex circumstances. Mykola Trehub participated in informal and underground exhibitions, particularly those organized by the "Rukh" association. He was under constant surveillance by the KGB. One of his solo exhibitions was shut down before its official opening due to interference from the security services.

"Flight into Orbit" conveys the idea of movement, breakthrough, and stepping beyond the boundaries of the familiar space. The composition is filled with dynamics, rhythmic forms, and color contrasts, creating a sensation of flight and discovery. It reflects not only the technological progress of the space age but also humanity’s striving for knowledge and the expansion of personal horizons.

This work impresses with its bold visual language, deep symbolic richness, and sense of movement, making it multi-layered and open to individual interpretation.